Child protection vs privacy: decision time for EU

EU countries face a critical decision in Brussels over balancing child protection against privacy concerns in a legislative initiative targeting child pornography online.

• The European Commission is pushing for legislation that may allow monitoring of private messages to combat child pornography, raising significant privacy concerns.
• Germany is a key player in the discussions, emphasizing the need for robust child protection measures while also advocating for privacy rights.
• The outcome of the meeting in Brussels could determine the future of digital privacy regulations and their implications on platforms like WhatsApp in the EU.