Norwegian intelligence law allows mass data collection, publishers tell court
By Matthew Newman ( July 1, 2026, 17:20 GMT | Insight) -- Norway's Intelligence Service Act permits the disproportionate surveillance of electronic communications, undermining the freedom of expression and journalists' ability to protect confidential sources, a group representing publishers has told European judges. The case is being closely watched because it could determine whether intelligence agencies may rely on national security to require communications providers to assist in bulk surveillance without complying with the EU's e-Privacy Directive.Norway's Intelligence Service Act permits the disproportionate surveillance of electronic communications, undermining journalists' ability to protect confidential sources and freedom of expression, a group representing publishers has told European judges. ...
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