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UK 'Armageddon Alert' to Test Emergency System on 87 Million Phones

UK 'Armageddon Alert' to Test Emergency System on 87 Million Phones
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  • UK to test 'Armageddon Alert' on 87M phones in 2025 with 10-second notifications.
  • Lessons from Covid pandemic improve UK emergency alert system for potential threats.
  • Alert test aims for crisis readiness, aligning with global practices despite privacy concerns.
  • Alerts can be silenced in device settings; echo tests in Japan, Netherlands, US.
  • Domestic abuse victims may face risks from audible alerts revealing hidden phones.
  • Critics call these tests 'nanny state' while officials emphasize future crisis prep.
  • Tests modeled after Storm Darragh alert, showcasing live crisis management capability.
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