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Reject EU child sexual abuse material regulation, German privacy watchdogs urge

( October 8, 2025, 10:05 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Germany’s data protection authorities have urged the federal government to reject the EU’s proposed regulation to prevent and combat online child sexual abuse material. In a statement on Wednesday, the conference of German authorities warned that "client-side" scanning of users' private communications would undermine encryption and enable mass surveillance. Meike Kamp, head of the Berlin DPA, said the plan endangers privacy and secure communication, even if aimed at tackling child abuse.Statement in German is attached....

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