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Apple delays image scanning feature after criticism

By Staff Writer

Sep 4 2021 8:44AM

Says it will seek further feedback.

Apple delays image scanning feature after criticism

Apple said it would take more time to collect feedback and improve proposed child safety features, after the criticism of the system on privacy and other grounds both inside and outside the company. Apple's promise last month to scan US customer phones and computers for child sex abuse ...

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