Denmark Shifts to Voluntary CSAM Detection in EU Child Protection Proposal

Denmark proposes a voluntary detection regime for Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) in the European Union, moving away from mandatory detection amid concerns over privacy and effectiveness.

• The Danish Council presidency, led by the justice minister, announced a shift from mandatory detection orders to a voluntary detection regime for child pornography in the EUs CSAM proposal.
• This legislative change aims to address child sexual abuse material online while reducing privacy concerns that were raised in earlier drafts of the proposal supported by Germany.
• The European Commission has faced backlash from platforms like WhatsApp, which oppose mandatory detection measures, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach in Brussels.