Apple encryption technology 'hindering criminal investigations'

The encryption technology on Apple mobile phones is now routinely hindering criminal investigations, police and prosecutors in New York City said.

Apple encryption technology 'hindering criminal investigations'
Thu, 18 Feb, 2016 - 22:06

The encryption technology on Apple mobile phones is now routinely hindering criminal investigations, police and prosecutors in New York City said.

They predicted the problem could worsen as more criminals figure out how good the devices are at keeping secrets.

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