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Google Fires Back at Tim Cook, Says Android L Will Protect Users With Encryption

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Both Apple, Inc. (AAPL) and Google Inc. (GOOG) are stepping up their game when it comes to mobile encryption.

I. Don't Spy on Me

On the eve of the launch of the iPhone 6 and 6+, Apple CEO Timothy Cook countered accusations that Apple assisted in government spying, stating that Apple firmly believed in protecting client privacy and was incorporating state-of-the-art encryption into iOS 8 to protect all of your data.

Unlike our competitors, Apple cannot bypass your passcode and therefore cannot access this data. So it's not technically feasible for us to respond to government warrants for the extraction of this data from devices in their possession running iOS 8.

But much like Apple's privacy makeover with iOS 8, Google is planning a privacy ramp-up of its own with the upcoming Android L (presumably Android 5.0).

II. Android L to Feature Strong Encryption as Well

In a statement to The Washington Post, company spokeswoman Niki Christoff responded to Tim Cook's criticism, saying it was invalid as Google too was adding encryption in its next major release (Android L).

The report says that this security step-up is not a reactionary move towards Apple. Rather it's been in the works for many months.

III. Android vs. iOS: The Encryption Story

Digging further into Apple and Google's relative security, both firms are relatively comparable from a features standpoint, using the latest and greatest ARM Holdings plc (LON:ARM) 64-bit processing technologies to accelerate strong encryption of local data.

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Android L to get default encryption – report

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After Apple's iPhone 6 and iOS 8, Google will soon enable encryption by default on devices running Android L, the upcoming latest version of its operating system for mobile devices.

It quoted Google spokeswoman Niki Christoff as saying encryption in the next Android release "will be enabled by default out of the box, so you won't even have to think about turning it on.

For over three years Android has offered encryption, and keys are not stored off of the device, so they cannot be shared with law enforcement, she said.

But the report also said it could take months at least before most Android devices are encrypted by default.

Also, while the feature will mean more privacy for users, it will make it harder for law enforcers to gain access to personal data kept on smartphones.

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BitcoinDarks Collaborative Network SuperNET Bringing Together Cryptocurrencies Worldwide

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BitcoinDark prepares to share their cutting-edge technology with other dev teams when launching collaborative network SuperNET. Over 3500 Bitcoin has been raised for the SuperNet ICO so far.

September 17, 2014 /MM-BitcoinPR/

Proof of Stake cryptocurrency BitcoinDark enters the Bitcoin arena with unique technical advancements such as the teleportation system with the ability to turn any alt coin completely anonymous, InstantDEX decentralized cryptocurrency exchange, tradebots for an optimal trading experience and the infrastructure to turn any alt coin in to Bitcoin: enabling trading everywhere BTC is accepted.

BitcoinDark is now preparing to share their cutting-edge technology with other dev teams when launching collaborative network SuperNET, also called UNITY, an exclusive network designed to unite the most unique cryptocurrencies worldwide. Over 3500 BTC has been raised for the SuperNet ICO so far. BTCD strives to unite the ever expanding cryptocurrency community bringing back decentralization, openness and anonymity.

BitcoinDark completely anonymous Proof-of-Stake digital currency will generate 5% annual staking revenue for holders for more than 60 years, as well as allowing off-blockchain transactions. BTCD stake holders will also profit from BTCD?s various revenues. BitcoinDark is so far the only cryptocurrency that gives the stakeholders the option to earn rewards in Bitcoin. BTCD is already available on cryptocurrency exchanges Bittrex, Atomic Trade, Cryptsy and Poloniex.

The BTCD team has worked tirelessly to build up the infrastructure to support SuperNET; a new initiative designed to gather unique technology in one place, foster collaboration between cryptocurrencies, reward innovation and encourage active coin communities. SuperNET is not meant to replace other cryptocurrencies or become one alt coin but to strengthen the coins by giving them influence and purchasing power. BTCD is looking for alt coins which are enriching the cryptocurrency ecosystem by offering avant-garde solutions and innovative technology hence alt coins that replicate existing currencies will be discarded. The CORE currencies will be able to share each others features through a combined wallet, similar to the NXT wallet, the information is exclusively for members and will be handled with discretion.

SuperNET is not only a collaborative cryptocurrency hub enabling the cryptocurrency community to reach new heights in technological achievements but also a network bringing prosperity to its members. Several additional projects generating revenue will be used to reward SuperNET holders; from targeted advertising and transaction fees from anonymity protocols to betting revenues and trading gains. The CORE shareholders will profit from any revenues raised in order to strengthen CORE coin communities by investing in development, and make improvements to other key areas of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

With the announced call for action among cryptocurrency developers and altcoin communities worldwide, BitcoinDark might very well be a game changer in the cryptocurrency arena. A gathering on this scale of professionals and entrepreneurs worldwide is so far unprecedented in the history of the cryptocurrency economical movement. The willingness to share their own unique technology like decentralised cryptocurrency exchange InstantDEX, tradebots and new teleportation system allowing truly trust-less transactions shows that BitcoinDark strives to create a Network bringing both prosperity and unity to the cryptocurrency space.

To learn more about SuperNET: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=762346.0

BitcoinDark official bitcointalk thread: bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=684090.0/

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