Apple Removes References to Controversial CSAM Scanning Feature
Apple has silently removed all references to CSAM on its child safety website. This suggests that a controversial plan to detect images of child sexual abuse on the iPhone and iPad may have been put on hold after serious criticism of the method. Apple scans child sexual abuse (CSAM) material in users' iCloud photo libraries in August to warn children and their parents when they receive or send sexually explicit photos. Announced a new child safety feature planning suite, including CSAM extensions. Siri and Search Guide.