GoKawiilApple has launched a fresh legal challenge against a U.K. government attempt to access encrypted data held by British customers.
The move comes a year on from the previous dispute between the two over a request from the U.K.'s Home Office for both British and American customer data. That order was dropped by the U.K. after interventions from U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
Apple confirmed the filing of the legal challenge to CNBC, but declined to comment further. The Home Office said it does not comment on legal proceedings or operational matters, including confirming or denying the existence of individual notices.
"The UK supports strong encryption and robust privacy protections, but it is also vital that law enforcement can access communications when necessary and proportionate to protect the public from terrorism, serious crime, and child sexual abuse," a Home Office spokesperson told CNBC.
"The Investigatory Powers Act is world-leading legislation that helps keep people safe while protecting privacy through strong safeguards and independent judicial oversight."