Should the state read encrypted messages?
The government wants to be able to read encrypted messaging apps to fight terrorism and child sexual abuse.
- Yes, security first
- Only by decision of a judge
- No, it breaks everyone's privacy
What's at stake: The debate pits investigators' needs against criminals and the risk of weakening the security of everyone's communications.
The left's argument
Weakening encryption creates a flaw that hackers and authoritarian regimes will exploit.
The centre's argument
Targeted access, by decision of a judge, without creating a flaw for everyone.
The right's argument
Criminals hide behind encryption. The state must be able to investigate them.
And you, where do you stand?
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