The EU recently proposed a child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill that is facing backlashes from the opposition. The controversial bill is amid controversy just a few days before the important meeting.
On 12 September, the EU Council will share its final assessment of the Danish version of what is known as “Chat Control.” The proposal has faced strong backlash, as it aims to introduce new mandates for all messaging apps based in Europe to scan users’ chats, including encrypted ones.
Who is opposing?
Belgium and the Czech Republic are now opposing the proposed law, with the former calling it “a monster that invades your privacy and cannot be tamed.” The other countries that have opposed the bill so far include Poland, Austria, and the Netherlands.
Who is supporting?
But the list of supporters is longer, including important member states: Ireland, Cyprus, Spain, Sweden, France, Lithuania, Italy, and Ireland.
Germany may consider abstaining from voting. This weakens the Danish mandate.
Impact on encrypted communications in the EU
Initially proposed in 2022, the Chat Control Proposal is now close to becoming an act. The vote will take place on 14 October 2025. Currently, t
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