[WhyNotHugo]

> Instead of weakening encryption, the plan seeks to implement client-side scanning, meaning software embedded in users’ devices that inspects content before it is encrypted.

And there's really no way to enforce this unless you mandate locked-down devices with attestation.

Then again, that's likely the long-term plan here.

[koonsolo]

You think this is some genius scheme? These politicians have no clue what encryption, client-side scanning, embedded software, and how these would all work together to scan messages means.

[bccdee]

They don't need to know what any of those things are. The people in the intelligence service know plenty. All the politicians need to do is give the spooks what they're asking for, in the name of national security.

[WhyNotHugo]

> These politicians have no clue what encryption, client-side scanning, […]

I agree. Puppets can’t fathom what the puppeteer envisions.