Privacy experts have criticized the EU's revised Chat Control bill, stating it brings high risks to society. While they welcome voluntary scanning for child sexual abuse material (CSAM), they argue that certain aspects lack clear benefits for children.
The revised Chat Control bill, aimed at combating child sexual abuse material online, has drawn sharp criticism from privacy experts. According to a TechRadar report, scientists acknowledge the positive step of voluntary CSAM scanning but warn that other elements of the proposal "still bring high risks to society without clear benefits for children."
This feedback highlights ongoing debates surrounding digital privacy and child protection in the European Union. The bill proposes scanning encrypted messages on platforms to detect illegal content, a measure that privacy advocates fear could undermine end-to-end encryption and lead to broader surveillance.
Experts emphasize the need for balanced approaches that protect both children and individual rights. The publication date of the report is November 19, 2025, reflecting recent developments in the policy discussion.