
Mother Russia has come looking for Apple.
According to a report this morning from Reuters, Russia wants Apple and SAP to fork over to their government access to their source code. Why? To ensure that their popular products aren't being used for espionage.
That's right, Russia is concerned that iPhones and similar smart mobile devices are highly capable of "spying on state institutions." The timing of this report is certainly logical as the U.S. and Europe weigh intense sanctions against Russia in response to its policies and positioning on Ukraine.
Just yesterday, the United States brought new sanctions against Russian institutions, including a number of large and prominent banks in the nation.
Communications Minister Nikolai Nikiforov recently met with Apple officials in Russia to discuss, as Reuters puts it, a proposal "designed to ensure the rights of consumers and corporate users to the privacy of their personal data, as well as for state security interests."
For now, Apple isn't commenting on its potential response to Russia's requests.
Source: Reuters
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