19 EU countries propose monitoring communications in the EU, but what would that mean for privacy?

Led by Denmark, several EU countries have proposed monitoring online communication to combat child abuse. The so-called “Chat Control” would allow surveillance of private emails and social media messages. The proposal lacks majority support in the EU and faces strong criticism from some EU member states, including Czechia.

A contentious proposal from the European Union, often referred to as “Chat Control,” is gaining renewed support, with 19 of the 27 EU member states reportedly in favor.

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Author: Jakub Ferenčík