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Chat Control passed first round in EU Parliament
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The European Parliament voted 331 to 304 to reactivate the "Chat Control" initiative, allowing for indiscriminate scanning of chat messages. This decision came through a procedural motion introduced by Parliament President Roberta Metsola.
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- Praise: Some commenters are cautiously optimistic that the law is not as severe as it could be, seeing it as an extension rather than a full-blown new regulation.
- Concern: The tactical advantage given to proponents of Chat Control raises serious democratic concerns, with many feeling the process is rigged against meaningful opposition.
- Concern: There's a pervasive sense of apathy towards the promotion of laws that many see as harmful, suggesting a disconnection between politicians and the public.