Apple will launch a global web portal for law enforcement requests later this year

Apple has announced that it will launch a global web portal for processing and tracking requests from law enforcement officers for data, via MacRumors.

It’s a change from the current system, where law enforcement officers submit requests by messaging an Apple law enforcement email account. A website would offer a more convenient, centralized hub for requests that will make it easier to track current inquiries and manage responses.

In addition to the new portal, Apple has also said that it will build a team to help train law enforcement officers around the world (including developing a new online training module), with an aim toward helping smaller police forces and agencies that may not…

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