Encryption scrambles data to keep it secret from those without the decryption keys. Banks, companies and individuals use it to secure sensitive information and transactions. Concerned about the advantage encryption gives to paedophiles and terrorists, the Government is preparing to bring into force part III of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA), which empowers the police to demand decryption keys on pain of a hefty prison sentence. These measures are invasive, ineffectual and costly.
Goverment announces RIPA review in wake of EU threat
Jim Killock 17 April 2009
Statebook: because knowledge is power
Jim Killock 10 April 2009
Leading Academics Hit Out as Government Abandons Evidence-Based Policy on Copyright.
Jim Killock 25 February 2009
A crucial year for ORG - let's make sure our voice gets heard
Jim Killock 08 January 2009
Home Office respond on Intercept Modernisation Programme - sort of
Becky Hogge 11 December 2008
Remix the Big Picture
Becky Hogge 31 October 2008
Intercept Modernisation: plans put on hold to allow for public consultation
Becky Hogge 16 October 2008
Freedom Not Fear: the Big Picture unveiled on Parliament Square
Becky Hogge 11 October 2008
Show Parliament the Big Picture
Becky Hogge 03 October 2008
4 good reasons not to take part in the BT Webwise trial
Becky Hogge 30 September 2008
