
According to PANews, the European Union is scheduled to vote on the draft law 'Control of Conversations' on October 14. The proposed legislation orders all online communication platforms to scan users' private messages, photos and videos for content, including those protected by end-to-end encryption.
The bill aims to combat child sexual abuse materials, but has raised significant concerns about mass surveillance and privacy rights.
Currently, 19 member states have expressed support for the proposal, with countries such as France moving towards adoption, while Germany has yet to clarify its position. If passed by a majority, the draft law would bring significant changes to the EU's digital communications privacy standards.
The Council of the EU requires a qualified majority to adopt such measures, which include two conditions: at least 55% of member states (equivalent to 15 out of 27 countries) must vote in favour, and these countries must represent over 65% of the EU's total population.