Friday, 3 October, 2025
Apple Removes ICE-Tracking Apps Under Trump Administration Pressure
Apple has taken down ICEBlock and similar immigration-tracking apps from its App Store after pressure from the Trump administration and the U.S. Justice Department. The apps alerted users to nearby ICE agents, prompting officials to warn they posed safety risks to law enforcement. Apple cited law enforcement concerns as the reason for removal, sparking debate over free speech and government influence on tech platforms.
Read full story at Economic Times