Apple and Google: The Real Villains Behind Your Stolen Phone Nightmare
Imagine a world where tech giants like Apple and Google could remotely disable stolen phones, turning a thief’s dream into a digital nightmare. Yet, much like trying to find a decent Wi-Fi signal at a family reunion, they just don’t wanna.
Hot Take:
So, the UK wants Apple and Google to turn into phone vigilantes, remotely zapping stolen phones like Bond villains? Perhaps they fear that once the Big Tech duo gets a taste for power, they’ll start zapping pesky alarm clocks too.
Key Points:
- UK authorities want Apple and Google to remotely disable stolen phones.
- Phones have a unique IMEI, similar to a car’s VIN, which can be blacklisted.
- Current blacklisting systems are not universal, leaving gaps for thieves to exploit.
- Apple and Google resist the idea, citing security and revenue concerns.
- The broader issue highlights a lack of industry-wide cooperation on digital identity security.
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