As tensions rise between China and the U.S., Apple is suffering the casualties, with the government banning iPhones for employee use
Any employee who is currently stationed at Chinese central government agencies has been barred from bringing and using smartphones of foreign origin, including iPhones. With tensions rising between the U.S. and China, the latter is reportedly attempting to reduce its reliance on foreign technology, increase cybersecurity, and prevent sensitive data from being leaked.Apple shares dropped by 3.6 percent after China introduced a ban on iPhones
iPhones can no longer be used in chat groups or meetings, with the devices being outright banned by the Chinese government while at work. However, those restrictions do not appear to apply to the same employees when using iPhones at their homes or outside their workplaces.
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