Google, Amazon, Facebook Microsoft To Support Apple In Court

The FBI's battle with Apple over an encrypted iPhone has inspired a legal alliance in Silicon Valley. Next week, Microsoft will file a "friend of the court" brief in support of Apple's challenge to the Justice Department, according to the company's top lawyer, Brad Smith. "Yes, Amazon is working on amicus brief options,” an Amazon spokesperson told Buzzfeed News. Facebook will also throw its weight behind Apple. And Google too will defend the iPhone maker's position, according to people familiar with the matter.

This is a developing story. Check back soon for updates and follow @BuzzFeedNews on Twitter