Signal Foundation Rejects EU's 'Chat Control' Law, Warns of Privacy Risks
Signal Foundation has rejected the EU's proposed 'ChatGPT' law, arguing that it compromises user privacy. The foundation's president, Meredith Whittaker, has warned that backdoors could be exploited by malicious actors. Meanwhile, tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and Apple are urged to set up opt-out options against AI agents at the developer level.
The Signal Foundation's stance comes amidst a three-year EU discussion on regulating online child sexual abuse material. The proposed law includes potential 'ChatGPT' content checks before encryption. However, Whittaker has criticized these plans, stating that Signal would leave the European market if forced to compromise encryption for backdoors.
The European Parliament has opposed the 'ChatGPT' control plans, while the Council of Member States has a majority in favor. Germany's stance remains unclear, with the future position of the German federal government being crucial. It could either support or block the implementation in the EU Council vote scheduled for October 14, 2025.
Signal Foundation's rejection of the EU's 'ChatGPT' law highlights the ongoing debate around user privacy and encryption. With the German government's stance yet to be determined, the future of this legislation remains uncertain. The EU's vote, scheduled for October 14, 2025, will be a pivotal moment in this ongoing discussion.
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