Court Blocks Government Request for Apple and Google User Data

A federal court denied a government request that would have required Apple and Google to provide information on about 100,000 users. The decision stops officials from compelling the companies to hand over the data at this time.

Background on the Request The government had sought the records as part of an investigation, according to court filings reported by Forbes. Apple and Google opposed the request, arguing it was overly broad. The court agreed with the companies and blocked the order.

Officials have not indicated whether they will appeal the ruling or pursue a narrower request. The companies said they will continue to review any future demands on a case-by-case basis.