TechMeme
Filings: some Meta execs warned in 2019 that adding E2E encryption to Facebook and Instagram messaging would hinder the ability to flag CSAM to law enforcement (Reuters)
Meta executives were warned that adding end-to-end encryption to Facebook and Instagram messaging would hinder CSAM detection. Despite this, they proceeded with the plan to encrypt messaging services. This move may impact law enforcement's ability to flag CSAM.