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#rcs

What Apple's Promise to Support RCS Means for Text Messaging

RCS will bring long-missing features to iPhone messages, but its security is questionable
RCS is not encrypted by default and allows phone companies and law enforcement to see message contents

RCS texts on the iPhone aren't encrypted now, but that could change

GSM Association is enabling end-to-end encryption for RCS messages between Android and iPhone, enhancing privacy and interoperability.

Google Messages criticized for lack of full encryption

Google Messages' end-to-end encryption is limited and misleading, leading to user confusion and security concerns.

What Apple's Promise to Support RCS Means for Text Messaging

RCS will bring long-missing features to iPhone messages, but its security is questionable
RCS is not encrypted by default and allows phone companies and law enforcement to see message contents

RCS texts on the iPhone aren't encrypted now, but that could change

GSM Association is enabling end-to-end encryption for RCS messages between Android and iPhone, enhancing privacy and interoperability.

Google Messages criticized for lack of full encryption

Google Messages' end-to-end encryption is limited and misleading, leading to user confusion and security concerns.
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#discord

Strong End-to-End Encryption Comes to Discord Calls

Discord's new end-to-end encryption for voice and video chats enhances user security compared to other platforms.

Discord launches end-to-end encrypted voice and video chats | TechCrunch

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls, enhancing user privacy.

Discord is rolling out end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls to enhance user privacy without compromising call quality.

Strong End-to-End Encryption Comes to Discord Calls

Discord's new end-to-end encryption for voice and video chats enhances user security compared to other platforms.

Discord launches end-to-end encrypted voice and video chats | TechCrunch

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls, enhancing user privacy.

Discord is rolling out end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls to enhance user privacy without compromising call quality.
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#whatsapp

WhatsApp is working on secure cross-app messaging to connect users across platforms

WhatsApp is working on enabling cross-app messaging across different messaging applications.
The move toward interoperability is due to regulatory pressures from the EU and the need to comply with the Digital Markets Act.

WhatsApp's Community-exclusive Events feature is now available for group chats

WhatsApp introduces Events feature for regular group chats, allowing event creation and management within the chat.

Bug lets anyone bypass WhatsApp's 'View Once' privacy feature | TechCrunch

WhatsApp's 'View Once' feature has a critical bug in its web app, allowing recipients to save disappearing messages contrary to its privacy promises.

WhatsApp Chats Will Soon Work With Other Encrypted Messaging Apps

WhatsApp will allow people to message users from other apps, thanks to new EU rules on interoperability.
Interoperability will initially focus on text messaging, with calls and group chats to be added in the future.

WhatsApp's 'View Once' feature for photos and videos expands to voice messages

WhatsApp has expanded the 'View Once' feature to voice messages, allowing users to send self-destructing audio messages.
The View Once audio messages can only be heard once by the recipient, cannot be saved, and display an 'Opened' label when read receipts are turned on.

WhatsApp is working on secure cross-app messaging to connect users across platforms

WhatsApp is working on enabling cross-app messaging across different messaging applications.
The move toward interoperability is due to regulatory pressures from the EU and the need to comply with the Digital Markets Act.

WhatsApp's Community-exclusive Events feature is now available for group chats

WhatsApp introduces Events feature for regular group chats, allowing event creation and management within the chat.

Bug lets anyone bypass WhatsApp's 'View Once' privacy feature | TechCrunch

WhatsApp's 'View Once' feature has a critical bug in its web app, allowing recipients to save disappearing messages contrary to its privacy promises.

WhatsApp Chats Will Soon Work With Other Encrypted Messaging Apps

WhatsApp will allow people to message users from other apps, thanks to new EU rules on interoperability.
Interoperability will initially focus on text messaging, with calls and group chats to be added in the future.

WhatsApp's 'View Once' feature for photos and videos expands to voice messages

WhatsApp has expanded the 'View Once' feature to voice messages, allowing users to send self-destructing audio messages.
The View Once audio messages can only be heard once by the recipient, cannot be saved, and display an 'Opened' label when read receipts are turned on.
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The 5 best password managers for 2024

Utilizing a password manager is essential for online security to avoid reusing passwords and enhance protection against data breaches.

What is post-quantum encryption? Everything to know about the high-tech security feature adopted by Apple, Meta, and Zoom

Post-quantum cryptography is crucial for protecting sensitive data in the future.

Feds' collab tools must be interoperable, encrypted - Wyden

Collaboration software in federal agencies must work together securely and be end-to-end encrypted if Senator Ron Wyden's legislation is enacted.
#law-enforcement

European police chiefs target E2EE in latest demand for 'lawful access' | TechCrunch

The UK's National Crime Agency director general urges Meta to reconsider end-to-end encryption for better law enforcement access.

Tech giants could severely disable UK spooks from stopping online harms'

End-to-end encryption by tech giants hinders UK spooks' efforts to combat digital crimes.
Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Bill aims to give agencies more power to examine bulk datasets and internet records.

Euro police chiefs rekindle end-to-end encryption battle amid continued rollouts

End-to-end encryption can hinder law enforcement investigations, jeopardizing public safety.

Crime agency crticises Meta as European police chiefs call for curbs on end-to-end encryption | Computer Weekly

Tech companies face backlash over end-to-end encryption.

European police chiefs target E2EE in latest demand for 'lawful access' | TechCrunch

The UK's National Crime Agency director general urges Meta to reconsider end-to-end encryption for better law enforcement access.

Tech giants could severely disable UK spooks from stopping online harms'

End-to-end encryption by tech giants hinders UK spooks' efforts to combat digital crimes.
Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Bill aims to give agencies more power to examine bulk datasets and internet records.

Euro police chiefs rekindle end-to-end encryption battle amid continued rollouts

End-to-end encryption can hinder law enforcement investigations, jeopardizing public safety.

Crime agency crticises Meta as European police chiefs call for curbs on end-to-end encryption | Computer Weekly

Tech companies face backlash over end-to-end encryption.
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#signal

Signal launches new feature to keep cell numbers private

Signal introduces username privacy feature for connecting without sharing phone numbers
Signal prioritizes user privacy with end-to-end encryption and non-profit status

Signal now lets you keep your phone number private with the launch of usernames | TechCrunch

Signal introduces usernames for messaging without sharing phone numbers
Usernames are not public or searchable like social media platforms

Signal launches new feature to keep cell numbers private

Signal introduces username privacy feature for connecting without sharing phone numbers
Signal prioritizes user privacy with end-to-end encryption and non-profit status

Signal now lets you keep your phone number private with the launch of usernames | TechCrunch

Signal introduces usernames for messaging without sharing phone numbers
Usernames are not public or searchable like social media platforms
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DuckDuckGo's privacy browser adds built-in password syncing

DuckDuckGo has added a new 'Sync & Backup' feature to its browser that keeps passwords and other data synced across devices without setting up an account.
Data is end-to-end encrypted and DuckDuckGo claims that it cannot access the data at any time.

Security experts: Investigatory powers plans will delay security updates | Computer Weekly

Cybersecurity experts warn that proposed changes to the UK's surveillance laws will introduce bureaucratic hurdles to patching security vulnerabilities in computer systems.
The amendments to the Investigatory Powers Act could also block or delay the introduction of end-to-end encryption on messaging and email services.
#meta

Will Meta's encryption plans be a devastating blow' to child safety online?

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has been praised for its detection of child sexual abuse material on its services.
Meta's decision to enable end-to-end encryption on Messenger has raised concerns among child safety groups and regulators.

Child safety groups and prosecutors criticize encryption of Facebook and Messenger

Child safety organizations and US prosecutors argue that Meta's decision to introduce end-to-end encryption for Facebook messages will hinder the rescue and prosecution of child sex trafficking cases.
Automatic encryption on Facebook and Messenger platforms will prevent access to message content unless reported, potentially reducing the detection and reporting of abusive and criminal activity.

Will Meta's encryption plans be a devastating blow' to child safety online?

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has been praised for its detection of child sexual abuse material on its services.
Meta's decision to enable end-to-end encryption on Messenger has raised concerns among child safety groups and regulators.

Child safety groups and prosecutors criticize encryption of Facebook and Messenger

Child safety organizations and US prosecutors argue that Meta's decision to introduce end-to-end encryption for Facebook messages will hinder the rescue and prosecution of child sex trafficking cases.
Automatic encryption on Facebook and Messenger platforms will prevent access to message content unless reported, potentially reducing the detection and reporting of abusive and criminal activity.
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#Meta

Why It Took Meta 7 Years to Turn on End-to-End Encryption for All Chats

Meta is finally rolling out end-to-end encryption in its communication apps after years of development and challenges.
The implementation of end-to-end encryption required fundamental changes to the assumptions and constraints of the platforms.

Meta makes end-to-end encryption a default on Facebook Messenger

Meta is rolling out end-to-end encryption for calls and messages across its Facebook and Messenger platforms.
Encrypted chats will now be the standard for all users going forward.

Meta makes end-to-end encryption a default on Facebook Messenger

Meta is rolling out end-to-end encryption for calls and messages across Facebook and Messenger platforms.
Encrypted chats will now be the standard for all users going forward.

Why It Took Meta 7 Years to Turn on End-to-End Encryption for All Chats

Meta is finally rolling out end-to-end encryption in its communication apps after years of development and challenges.
The implementation of end-to-end encryption required fundamental changes to the assumptions and constraints of the platforms.

Meta makes end-to-end encryption a default on Facebook Messenger

Meta is rolling out end-to-end encryption for calls and messages across its Facebook and Messenger platforms.
Encrypted chats will now be the standard for all users going forward.

Meta makes end-to-end encryption a default on Facebook Messenger

Meta is rolling out end-to-end encryption for calls and messages across Facebook and Messenger platforms.
Encrypted chats will now be the standard for all users going forward.
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#end-to-end encryption

Proton Drive is adding an encrypted photo backup feature on Android

Proton Drive, the end-to-end encrypted cloud storage app, now allows automatic backup and management of photos on Android devices.
The photo syncing and management feature makes Proton Drive a more viable alternative to mainstream cloud storage options like Google Drive and OneDrive.

Meta defies FBI opposition to encryption, brings E2EE to Facebook, Messenger

Meta has started enabling end-to-end encryption (E2EE) by default for chats and calls on Messenger and Facebook despite opposition from law enforcement agencies.
The company plans to implement default end-to-end encryption for personal messages on Messenger and Facebook by the end of 2023.

Proton Drive is adding an encrypted photo backup feature on Android

Proton Drive, the end-to-end encrypted cloud storage app, now allows automatic backup and management of photos on Android devices.
The photo syncing and management feature makes Proton Drive a more viable alternative to mainstream cloud storage options like Google Drive and OneDrive.

Meta defies FBI opposition to encryption, brings E2EE to Facebook, Messenger

Meta has started enabling end-to-end encryption (E2EE) by default for chats and calls on Messenger and Facebook despite opposition from law enforcement agencies.
The company plans to implement default end-to-end encryption for personal messages on Messenger and Facebook by the end of 2023.
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Meta Launches Roll-Out of End-To-End Encryption by Default on Messenger

End-to-end encryption secures messages and calls from device to device, protecting them from view by anyone, including Meta.
Meta plans to allow message editing for up to 15 minutes, like WhatsApp.

Meta Launches Roll-Out of End-to-End Encyption by Default on Messenger

End-to-end encryption protects messages and calls, preventing anyone else from accessing the content.
Meta is introducing a feature to edit messages within 15 minutes of sending, similar to WhatsApp.

EU Council Presidency's Last-Ditch Effort For Mass Scanning Must Be Rejected

EFF opposes the EU Council's proposal for scanning private files, emphasizing the dangers and violation of human rights associated with it.

Encryption under fire: Signal and rights groups oppose EU law

End-to-end encryption is crucial for privacy in the face of surveillance efforts, and attempts to weaken it persist.

EU chat control law proposes scanning your messages - even encrypted ones

The EU is considering new legislation to scan digital messages, including encrypted ones, for detecting child sexual abuse material.
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