Texas Sues Meta and WhatsApp Over Encryption and Privacy Claims
The state of Texas has filed a lawsuit against Meta and its messaging service WhatsApp, alleging that the companies are misleading users regarding their encryption and data privacy practices. The suit focuses on claims related to data access and the security of user communications.
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America's second-biggest state sues Meta; says: WhatsApp is misleading users
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Meta and WhatsApp, alleging they misled users about the privacy of their messages. The lawsuit claims WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption promises are false, with reports suggesting employees can access user communications.
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The lawsuit says WhatsApp and Meta falsely assure users that WhatsApp messages are encrypted despite having access to "virtually all" private communications on the messaging app.
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