Why the government wants to prevent WhatsApp and Facebook from encrypting user messages

from Kim Komando Daily Tech Update · host Kim Komando

As Facebook is working to make its messaging more private for users, the Justice Department is ramping up the fight for backdoor access. Here's my take on encrypted messages sent through Facebook and WhatsApp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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