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Apple removed an app that archives videos of ICE arrests
Apple Inc. has removed the 'Eyes Up' mobile app, which archived videos of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests, following similar actions against another tracking app, ICEBlock.
- 'Eyes Up', a mobile app that collected and archived videos of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests, was removed from the App Store (iOS/iPadOS) by Apple Inc.
- The removal of 'Eyes Up' follows Apple's recent decision to eliminate ICEBlock, another mobile app designed to track ICE activity and provide real-time alerts.
- The actions against these mobile apps reflect Apple's stance on content that may be perceived as promoting surveillance or disruption of federal law enforcement operations.
Why It Matters
The removal of these mobile apps by Apple Inc. signals a significant shift in how technology companies engage with controversial government actions, particularly concerning immigration enforcement. This trend raises questions about the balance between civil rights advocacy and compliance with federal regulations.