Apple Removes ICEBlock App After US Pressure, Announces $600B US Investment
Apple has removed the controversial app ICEBlock from its App Store following pressure from the US government. The move comes after a meeting between tech giants, including Apple CEO Tim Cook, and President Donald Trump to discuss the government's AI Action Plan. Meanwhile, Apple has announced a significant $600 billion investment in the United States.
The ICEBlock app, which tracks the movements of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, was removed due to safety concerns raised by the Justice Department. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized the app after it was allegedly used in a shooting incident at an ICE center. Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi directed Apple to remove the app and similar software from the App Store, which Apple complied with, citing safety risks and maintaining the App Store as a safe and trusted place.
Apple's removal of the ICEBlock app highlights the ongoing debate around app regulation and safety. The tech giant's decision follows a meeting with President Trump, during which Apple also announced a substantial investment in the United States.
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