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Chat Control: Germany joins the opposition against mandatory scanning of private chats in the name of encryption
By Chiara Castro published
Germany and Luxembourg joined the opposition against the Danish proposal on the eve of the crucial September 12 meeting, with only four countries still undecided.

Chat Control: The list of countries opposing the law grows, but support remains strong
By Chiara Castro last updated
EU members need to vote on the controversial child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill on September 12, but national pressure is swaying the results. Here's what we know.

“We will not stand by while the EU destroys encryption” – Tuta Mail ready to sue the EU over Chat Control
By Chiara Castro published
EU members are voting on the controversial child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill on September 12, with adoption expected as early as October 2025.

"It's just smoke and mirrors" – Over 500 cryptography scientists and researchers slam the EU proposal to scan all your WhatsApp chats
By Chiara Castro published
EU Council members are sharing their positions on the so-called Chat Control bill in the coming days

AI impersonation scams are sky-rocketing in 2025, security experts warn – here’s how to stay safe
By Monica J. White published
AI-driven impersonation scams have surged in 2025. Learn how cyber criminals are mimicking voices and faces, and how experts recommend protecting yourself.

The Best Free Antivirus in 2025: Expert Insights, Reviews, and Rankings
By Benedict Collins last updated
Updated Here's everything you need to know about the best free antivirus software

EU rejects claims of censorship targeting US tech giants – but Trump threatens sanctions
By Chiara Castro published
The Digital Services Act seeks to create a safer online environment, said the EU. Yet, according to US officials, it limits free speech and unfairly targets American tech firms.

FTC calls on big tech to resist UK and EU demands to weaken encryption and censor content
By Chiara Castro published
FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson specifically mentions the EU Digital Service Act, UK Online Safety Act, and UK Investigatory Powers Act as attempts to "censor content or degrade security for users."
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