Ottawa’s lawful access bill contains ‘chilling’ proposals, Signal executive tells MPs
Signal's vice-president expressed concerns about Canada's lawful access bill, stating it could compromise user privacy and create security vulnerabilities. The bill may force Signal to collect metadata it currently does not, leading to potential risks. Signal has indicated it would withdraw from Canada if the bill is not amended to protect user data and encryption.
- ▪The lawful access bill could require Signal to rewrite its code and dismantle privacy protections.
- ▪Signal's vice-president warned that the bill would create vulnerabilities that hackers could exploit.
- ▪The bill mandates telecoms and internet companies to retain customer metadata for up to a year.
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| Publication time | Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:14:49 +0000 |
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Open this photo in gallery:The lawful access bill would compromise the privacy of Signal’s users, but could also create vulnerabilities hackers could exploit, Udbhav Tiwari, Signal’s vice-president of strategy and global affairs, said.Kiichiro Sato/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountA senior executive at secure messaging service Signal told MPs Tuesday that the federal lawful access bill includes “chilling” proposals that could force his company to rewrite its code, dismantle robust privacy architectures and design surveillance into its systems.
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