Context:

The EU Council is set to vote in October 2025 on the “Chat Control” (CSAR) proposal — a law that would require online platforms and messaging apps to detect and report child sexual abuse material, even in encrypted chats. Supporters argue it’s needed to protect children online, while critics warn it could undermine end-to-end encryption and enable mass surveillance. The outcome of this vote will determine whether the proposal advances, is rejected, or sent back for revisions.