Apple says it'll remove iMessage and FaceTime in UK rather than break encryption
&gt; Apple previously withdrew plans for its own CSAM-scanning feature for iCloud Photos, following pushback from customers and human rights groups. Apple’s solution was more privacy-preserving than what is now proposed by the UK government.<p>Preface: I don&#x27;t have an opinion on one side or the other.<p>Question: what were the arguments lobbied against apple that caused them to withdraw? Also, is CSAM the motivating factor for UK or do they want backdoor for more general national security surveillance (or whatever you want to call it)?