Watch how hard the governments go on this issue specifically with Meta. I’d expect a strong push between now and the first week of February 24’. I’d expect US legislation to pass as a result.
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/dec/08/facebook-messenger-encryption-child-sexual-abuse
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I’m not going to act like CSAM reports will not go down just because I support encryption, they will go down and it’s unfortunate. Reports are helpful. Reports can be lifesaving.
Encrypted messages can also be lifesaving. I still support encryption and privacy rights.
Outside of the private messaging on meta there are plenty of child safety issues that are still urgent to address.
Example:
https://www.wsj.com/tech/meta-facebook-instagram-pedophiles-enforcement-struggles-dceb3548
