In a fiercely contested auction among top studios, Apple Original Films has clinched the rights to the untitled Lance Armstrong project, with Austin Butler set to star as Armstrong, per Deadline.
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Thursday, February 26, 2026
Apple Original Films prevails in intense multi-studio battle for Lance Armstrong biopic starring Austin Butler
Apple’s iPhone and iPad become the first – and only – devices approved to handle classified NATO information
On Thursday, Apple announced iPhone and iPad are the first and only consumer devices in compliance with the information assurance requirements of NATO nations. This enables iPhone and iPad to be used with classified information up to the NATO restricted level without requiring special software or settings — a level of government certification no other consumer mobile device has met. Apple designs security into all of its products from the start, ensuring the most sophisticated protections are built in across hardware, software, and Apple silicon. This unique approach allows Apple users to benefit from industry-leading security protections such as best-in-class encryption, biometric authentication with Face ID, and groundbreaking features like Memory Integrity Enforcement. These same protections are now recognized as meeting stringent government and international security requirements, even for restricted data. iPhone and iPad previously received approval to handle classified German government data on devices using native iOS and iPadOS security measures, following an extensive evaluation by the Federal Office for Information Security (Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik, or BSI). Now, iPhone and iPad running iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 are certified for such use in all NATO nations. As part of this effort, BSI conducted exhaustive technical assessments, comprehensive testing, and deep security analysis, ensuring Apple’s built-in platform security capabilities met NATO nations’ exacting operational and assurance requirements. “Secure digital transformation is only successful if information security is considered from the beginning in the development of mobile products,” said Claudia Plattner, BSI’s president, in a statement. “Expanding on BSI’s rigorous audit of iOS and iPadOS platform and device security for use in classified German information environments, we are pleased to confirm the compliance under NATO nations’ assurance requirements.” The approval marks a defining moment for Apple’s mobile platforms, as iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 are now listed on the NATO Information Assurance Product Catalogue in recognition of their built-in security capabilities. “This achievement recognizes that Apple has transformed how security is traditionally delivered. Prior to iPhone, secure devices were only available to sophisticated government and enterprise organizations after a massive investment in bespoke security solutions,” said Ivan Krstić, Apple’s vice president of Security Engineering and Architecture, in a statement. “Instead, Apple has built the most secure devices in the world for all its users, and those same protections are now uniquely certified under assurance requirements for NATO nations — unlike any other device in the industry.” Apple keeps its consumers, enterprises, and governments safe by maintaining the highest level of security across all of its devices. MacDailyNews Take: More details about Apple’s security protections are available in the Apple Platform Security guide. Support MacDailyNews at no extra cost to you by using this link to shop at Amazon. The post Apple’s iPhone and iPad become the first – and only – devices approved to handle classified NATO information appeared first on MacDailyNews. Invite your friends and earn rewardsIf you enjoy MacDailyNews, share it with your friends and earn rewards when they subscribe.
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Apple’s March Madness: Tim Cook teases a ‘big week ahead’ starting Monday
Apple CEO Tim Cook took to X on Thursday, to drop a tantalizing hint about what’s coming down the pipeline. “A big week ahead. It all starts Monday morning! #AppleLaunch,” Cook posted, accompanied by a short video clip playfully featuring the iconic Apple logo getting its signature bite taken out — an unmistakable nod to the company’s branding heritage and a clear signal that new products are imminent.
The teaser comes just days after Apple extended invitations to select media members for an exclusive “Apple Experience” gathering scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2026, in New York. Unlike Apple’s traditional keynote-style events, this appears to be a hands-on preview opportunity for journalists and influencers to get up close with freshly announced gear, rather than a live-streamed unveiling.
Industry watchers, including Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman, have indicated that Apple is gearing up for a staggered rollout of announcements spread across Monday, March 2 through Wednesday, March 4. Reports suggest at least five new products could make their debut during this three-day window — a departure from the company’s usual single-event blitz which can sometimes be an overload, causing products to be unnecessarily overshadowed by others. The rumor mill points to an affordable, entry-level MacBook powered by an iPhone-class chipset. This device is rumored to feature a display in the 12-13 inch range and could arrive in vibrant color options, echoing the playful aesthetics of past MacBook, iMac, and iPod eras with shades like yellow, blue, and pink. Such a move would aim to broaden Apple’s laptop lineup with a more budget-friendly option appealing to students, families, casual users, and upgraders from Windows PC dreck. Other anticipated reveals include updates to the iPad family, possibly refreshed models with newer chips or design tweaks, and the long-rumored iPhone 17e — a more accessible variant in the iPhone 17 series expected to incorporate features like MagSafe charging, Dynamic Island, and an A19 processor. There’s also chatter about potential refreshes to other lines, including Apple displays or even smart home-related devices, though details remain sparse. MacDailyNews Take: This early-year product push marks a strategic start to 2026 for Apple, following a pattern of spreading announcements rather than concentrating everything into large single events. The #AppleLaunch hashtag in Cook’s post suggests an official campaign is underway, and with announcements kicking off as early as Monday morning, we won’t have long to wait for concrete details. Support MacDailyNews at no extra cost to you by using this link to shop at Amazon. The post Apple’s March Madness: Tim Cook teases a ‘big week ahead’ starting Monday appeared first on MacDailyNews. You're currently a free subscriber to MacDailyNews. For the full experience, upgrade your subscription.
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Apple Original Films prevails in intense multi-studio battle for Lance Armstrong biopic starring Austin Butler
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