Apple Warns Canada's Bill C-22 Could Force Encryption Backdoors

Apple Warns Canada's Bill C-22 Could Force Encryption Backdoors

Apple encryption Bill C-22 Sparks Backdoor Privacy Clash Apple’s warning over Canada’s proposed Bill C-22 has triggered a major global privacy debate. The bill, currently under review in Canada’s parliament, could give authorities expanded powers to access encrypted user data. Apple says this may force companies to build “backdoors” into secure systems, potentially weakening privacy protections on iPhones, iCloud, and other digital services. Many users are now asking what Bill C-22 actually means, why Apple is concerned, and whether their personal data could become less secure if the law passes. At the heart of the issue is a growing tension between national security and digital privacy. Supporters of the bill argue it would help law enforcement investigate serious threats faster. Critics, including Apple and Meta, warn it could fundamentally weaken encryption and expose users to cyber risks. WHAT IS APPLE ENCRYPTION BILL C-22 AND WHY IT MATTERS Bill C-22 is a proposed Canadian law that w…