crypto wars
Another Technical Solution to the Encryption Debate that Involves Backdoors!
Researchers insist there are technical ways to have security and privacy.
Not Content with Just Apple, the US Government Now Wants Access to WhatsApp
The popular messaging app reportedly faces pressure from the Justice Department following a failure to comply with a wiretapping order.
NYC’s Top Prosecutor Is Doing Opposition Research on Encryption
New York's top prosecutor uses Survey Monkey to find evidence that encryption is bad.
The Crypto Wars Are Global
From Russia to China, Kazakhstan to India, the Crypto Wars mean much more to users outside of the US and Europe.
Amazon Quietly Removes Encryption Support from its Gadgets
As Apple fights for encryption, Amazon disables it.
FBI Says Apple Will Need to Make Sure Hackers Don’t Steal an iPhone Backdoor
FBI Director James Comey dismisses concerns that the software he’s asking Apple to create could be stolen and misused by hackers.
Why the FBI's Order to Apple Is So Technically Clever
According to experts, the FBI's method could be applied not just to the shooter's iPhone 5C, but more modern versions too.
The FBI Wants $38 More Million to Buy Encryption-Breaking Technology
The Bureau is making its fight against the “going-dark” one of its top priorities.
Sen. Feinstein Says Terrorists Only Need The Internet and Encryption To Attack
Who needs bombs and guns?
Congress Will Create a Commission on Encryption, Tech, and Terrorism
The special commission will tackle the technology challenges that law enforcement is facing today, and come up with “actionable recommendations.”
Head of Homeland Security Committee Is Creating a Crypto Taskforce
A special comission would bring together law enforcement, tech firms and privacy advocates
The Obscure 1789 Statute That Could Force Apple to Unlock a Smartphone
Using the All Writs Act to force decryption of smartphones is the next stage of the crypto wars.