Policy Observatory
FBI director Comey backs new push for decrypt bill
Answering questions at a Senate oversight committee hearing, FBI Director James Comey has hinted at growing consensus between technology companies and intelligence agencies over the controversial issue of how to access encrypted data. He also supported what appears to be a fresh push by Senator Dianne Feinstein to introduce legislation to enable courts to order access to encrypted devices.
Country: Global
Domains: IG
Stakeholder: Government
Tags: US, new bill, intelligence agencies, access to encrypted devices