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Cybersecurity

CSAM: Germany sharply criticizes Johansson proposal

Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson wants to obligate providers of online and telecommunication services to screen content for possible depictions of child sexual abuse (CSAM). It was clear from the start that the plan would be controversial – but harsh criticism is now also coming from unexpected sides.

By Falk Steiner

Attack on EP website during Russia resolution

On Wednesday afternoon, the European Parliament's website was attacked while a debate on Russia's attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine was still underway. By the evening, the attack was considered to have been averted, but parliamentarians are now discussing whether the EP is sufficiently protected.

By Falk Steiner