Tag: Encryption

Combating digital threats to safeguard press freedom

Civil society must have a seat at the EU Technology Roadmap table
All stakeholders need to work together to find long-term solutions to complex societal issues, which are based on scientific evidence, and are respectful of rights.

Joint letter on Swedish Data Storage and Access to Electronic Information legislation
Swedish authorities must reject legislation that would force companies to undermine the encryption of their services.

How WhatsApp ate the world

Encryption FAQ: encrypted messaging, AI, content moderation, and more

Cyber accountability in East Asia: human rights are key for cybersecurity
China’s digital and cyber policies hurt human rights and undermine cybersecurity globally. Access Now’s Brett Solomon explores how the international community can respond.

Partial enforcement of India’s Telecom Act — a total eclipse of digital rights
Access Now urges the Indian government to amend the Telecom Act 2023 and consult with civil society and experts before framing rules to implement the Act to safeguard people’s rights to privacy and free speech.

Joint statement urging Australia to protect end-to-end encryption in the Online Safety Act review
The Australian government must utilise the Online Safety Act review process to protect and encourage the use of end-to-end encryption.

Children are no exception: Nevada must ensure end-to-end encryption for all
Access Now joined an amicus brief urging the U.S. District Court to reject Nevada’s request to prevent Meta from offering end-to-end encryption on Facebook Messenger for people under 18 who use the service.

Submission to eSafety Commissioner, Australia on the draft Online Safety Industry Standards
Access Now recommends eSafety Office against mandating online communication services, as well as file storage and cloud services, to proactively detect content on their platforms.