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European Parliament Approves Law Allowing Tech Companies to Scan Private Messages

European Parliament Approves Law Allowing Tech Companies to Scan Private Messages

Brussels, Thursday, 9 July 2026.
On July 9, 2026, the European Parliament approved “Chat Control 1.0,” allowing digital platforms to scan private messages. The controversial measure passed despite most active voters opposing it.

India Investigates Meta's New AI Feature That Uses Your Instagram Photos

India Investigates Meta's New AI Feature That Uses Your Instagram Photos

New Delhi, Thursday, 9 July 2026.
India is investigating Meta’s new Muse AI tool, which allows strangers to generate images using public Instagram photos without the owner’s consent or receiving any notification.