encryption
Strong encryption is critical to protecting human rights and cybersecurity in the digital age. Ordinary people count on technology companies to encrypt and secure their data. Journalists and human rights defenders increasingly use privacy tools built on encryption to protect their sources. The encryption tools we all rely on must be effective and robust, without built-in vulnerabilities, often called “backdoors,” that can be exploited by abusive actors. We urge all governments to promote the use of strong encryption and to protect privacy and the right to seek, receive, and impart information anonymously online.
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AustraliaThe undersigned organizations and companies jointly submit these comments regarding the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security (PJCIS) review of the Telecommunications and Other Legislation Amendment (Assistance and Access) Act 2018 that was enacted in December 2018. We are an international coalition of civil society organizations dedicated to protecting civil liberties, human rights, and innovation online, as well as technology companies and trade associations, all of whom share a commitment to strong encryption and cybersecurity. We submit these comments to explain our continued concerns regarding the serious threats that this legislation poses to cybersecurity, privacy and freedom of expression.
News
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US Government Challenges Apple on Encryption (Again)
Secure Devices Protect Users from Hacking and Surveillance
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Playing the Game to Dodge Online Snooping
Understanding the Role of Encryption in Your Everyday Life
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Russia: Assault on Internet Freedom, Cybersecurity
Stop Blocking Telegram Site; Repeal Restrictive Laws
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Russia’s Internet War and its Collateral Damage
The Russian Government Versus Telegram Messaging Service
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Telegram Loses Free Expression Battle to Russian Authorities
Moscow Court Rules to Block Access to Telegram Messenger in Russia
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