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The tipster who went by analyst941 leaked a large number of details about iOS 17, but his or her inside source apparently was caught by Apple in a sting operation. The source has reportedly been fired, and both they and the tipster could face legal action by the iPhone-maker.
It appears that Apple caught the leaker by laying a “canary trap” — a piece of classic spycraft used by intelligence agencies for years.
The rise and fall of an Apple leaker
Apple is notoriously secretive and jealously guards secrets about upcoming products. Leaks spoil Apple’s surprise “one-last-thing” approach to product unveilings, and can give competitors an advantage. To stop secret info from slipping out, Apple silos its employees, giving them information only on a need-to-know basis.
Apple also requires its employees to sign nondisclosure agreements, which forbid the signees from discussing secret projects with unauthorized people. That includes other Apple employees — and most certainly anyone outside the company.
Nevertheless, some people choose to leak information about the projects they are working on. analyst941 had such a source, and was able to reveal numerous details about iOS 17. That includes a promise of sign
