Hidden within the UK Online Safety Act is the spy clause that threatens encryption on messaging apps. As ORG's James Baker says, Ofcom "may be waiting to see what happens in Europe with the Chat Control proposal, because it’s quite hard for the UK to go alone.” We spoke to Computer Weekly about some of the privacy threats coming up in 2026 ⬇️
ComputerWeekly.com
Privacy will be under unprecedented attack in 2026 | Computer Weekly
The UK and Europe are ramping up opposition to encryption and stepping up surveillance of private communications. Here is what to expect this year.
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Our systems aren't secure if foreign powers can pull the plug. The UK is dangerously reliant on a few foreign tech companies for critical digital infrastructure. We need open-source systems that we can control. Sign the petition for #DigitalSovereignty ⬇️
38 Degrees
Stop the "Kill Switch": Demand the UK takes back control of our technology.
From the NHS to our energy grid, we are too reliant on US tech. Help us demand digital independence.
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“Just as relying on one country for the UK’s energy needs would be risky and irresponsible, so is overreliance on US companies to supply the bulk of our digital infrastructure." We need #DigitalSovereignty so the rug can't be pulled out from under us. 🗣️ @James Baker for ORG. https://www.digit.fyi/open-rights-group-urges-uk-to-ditch-us-tech-in-data-sovereignty-push/ #CybersecurityBill #cybersecurity #ukpolitics #ukpol
"Now more than ever, the UK needs to build and protect sovereignty over its digital infrastructure, and not leave itself vulnerable to the policies and actions of foreign powers such as the US and China." 🗣️ James Baker on ORG's call for #DigitalSovereignty in the UK Cybersecurity Bill.
UK urged to cut out US Big Tech for sake of digi sovereignty
: Campaigners say Britain's dependence on Big Tech leaves critical systems exposed to political pressure
 #CybersecurityBill #cybersecurity #ukpolitics #ukpol
The UK Cybersecurity Bill is being debated now. ORG's Programme Manager @James Baker is listening in to the goings on with MPs. Follow this thread for live updates ⬇️ #CybersecurityBill #cybersecurity #DigitalSovereignty #ukpolitics #ukpol
Open Rights Group
James Baker (@JamesBaker@social.openrightsgroup.org)
The cybersecurity and resilience bill is now being debated in the commons. You can follow the debate here https://parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/7f6...
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With friends like these... Being overexposed to unpredictable foreign powers is hardly secure. Relying on US tech companies for our digital infrastructure means essential services could be compromised. We need #DigitalSovereignty in the UK Cybersecurity Bill. #CybersecurityBill #cybersecurity #ukpolitics #ukpol
We need a Digital Sovereignty strategy to reduce our reliance on US tech companies. The UK Cybersecurity Bill is in Parliament TODAY. MPs must ensure our digital infrastructure isn't vulnerable to policies and actions of foreign powers like the US and China.
Open Rights Group
Cybersecurity Bill: ORG calls on MPs to reduce UK reliance on US tech companies
Open Rights Group has called on MPs to implement a digital sovereignty strategy to reduce the UK’s reliance on US tech companies, such as Amazon,...
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January blues? 😩 One way to get through it is with a good book. So ORG is giving away a signed copy of Enshittification by @pluralistic@momot.fr for one lucky winner! Enter the competition by 5 January ⬇️
Open Rights Group
Unlike the fight for your digital rights, this action has now ended
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Happy New Year ✨ This year, why not join ORG in the fight to protect digital rights 🦾 Becoming a member helps us to campaign, lobby, go to court – whatever it takes to challenge restrictions to our human rights. Join the movement today ⬇️
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