> The other thing they did was use AI image recognition to scan images sent via text. I think, this would have used the already built-in Vision framework [1],

> The other thing they did was use AI image recognition to scan images sent via text. I think, this would have used the already built-in Vision framework [1], which runs locally, and only on any attempts of publishing to the iCloud. This is really the conflicting point: while it should be implemented at the publishing end, the concern for end-to-end encryption prevents any such idea, for which has to be migrated to a local service. Regarding the procedures and treatment of children as receivers of such images, this is an actual (while restricted) leak, but it's a fact that minors are not recognised as independent individuals or as deserving much privacy of their own. It may be deplorable, but that's pretty much established in society and by law. Also, it may be argued that proceeding to view such an image after a warning implies consent. [1] https://developer.apple.com/documentation/vision https://developer.apple.com/documentation/vision