The dogfood version of the recently updated app shows multiple references to encryption for RCS, the feature-rich successor to SMS messaging.
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Signal: We’ll be eaten alive by EARN IT Act’s anti-encryption wolves
The Big Bad Wolves haven’t blown the house down but did come up with a way to “hold the three little pigs responsible for being delicious,” Signal said.
EARN IT Act threatens end-to-end encryption
The bill, which would undercut Section 230 protections for online publishing, presents itself as a way to stop online child abuse.
WhatsApp sues spyware maker for allegedly hacking phones worldwide
WhatsApp has publicly attributed the attack on its users in May 2019 to the Israeli spyware makers, NSO Group.
Facebook urged by governments to halt end-to-end encryption plans
The US, UK and Australian governments last week officially urged Facebook to halt its plans for end-to-end encryption.
Five Eyes nations demand access to encrypted messaging
The alliance wants tech companies to build backdoor access to users’ encrypted data, by force if necessary.
Criminals are hiding in Telegram – but backdoors are not the answer
When it comes to an easy life, the criminals behind the fearful Anubis banking malware have become big fans of Twitter and, increasingly, the secure messaging of Telegram.
Facebook to tie together WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Messenger
Should we cheer for WhatsApp-esque, end-to-end encryption everywhere, or tremble at creeping Facebookism?
Keybase browser extension weakness discovered
Respected researcher Wladimir Palant has recommended users “uninstall the Keybase browser extension ASAP” after discovering a gap in its end-to-end encryption.
WhatsApp urges Android users to manually backup their chats
WhatsAppers have until 12 November. That’s when WhatsApp will sweep out dusty old backups that haven’t been updated in more than a year.