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iOS 17.5 Glitch Exposes Private Photos: Are You at Risk?
Learn how a simple software update is causing major privacy concerns for Apple users.
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May 20, 2024
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This week, we're covering the reopening of Highway 1 which is set to give a major boost to the local California economy, a Minneapolis restaurant fighting financial distress due to an operating hours dispute, and a concerning glitch in iOS 17.5 that brings back deleted photos, raising serious privacy concerns.
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Big Sur faced an estimated $50 million loss due to a major road collapse on Highway 1, crippling local businesses.
After 50 days, Highway 1 has reopened, revitalizing the local economy.
Local businesses are anticipating a surge in activity as regular clients return.
In response, discussions on improved disaster management plans are underway.
The road now permits one-way traffic, boosting the hospitality sector by gradually lifting restrictions.
Reopening day saw increased activity with full parking lots, busy restaurants, and traffic at Bixby Bridge.
Though relief is felt, full economic recovery remains a long journey.
Many businesses had to resort to layoffs or personal savings, encountering supply chain disruptions and financial losses.
The reopening is crucial but the complete financial impact is yet to be seen, indicating longer-term effects.
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Our 30-Second Summary:
Michael Mokhalad, owner of Mrs. Dessert & Kumpir, faces financial distress after a clash over operating hours.
A significant reduction in hours led to decreased revenue for the Minneapolis restaurant. The dispute began when Mokhalad sought to extend hours for the festive season without approval, causing friction with local authorities.
A supportive petition from residents followed, but authorities rejected the extension, citing criminal activities linked to the property. Fines totaling $3,400 and an 85% revenue drop due to a strict 10 p.m. closing rule have worsened the situation.
Increased police presence and frequent health inspections have also disrupted operations and deterred customers.
Mokhalad is now considering relocating his business while awaiting a response from the Minneapolis Police Department.
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Our 30-Second Summary:
A glitch in iOS 17.5 is causing previously deleted photos to reappear, raising major privacy concerns.
Users, including those who sold their devices, found photos they had erased showing up again. New owners have also reported seeing images from previous owners, posing a severe security risk.
Apple has yet to publicly address the issue, intensifying scrutiny over its data management practices. The problem gained attention after a Reddit user saw old photos on a sold iPad after a software update.
This incident has provoked serious debates about data privacy and security within the tech community. Though Apple suggests a full factory reset before selling a device, some users report reappearing photos even after doing so.
The glitch highlights significant questions about the effectiveness of Apple’s security measures.
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