Supreme Court rejects PIL for WhatsApp ban, but encryption debate is just beginning

WhatsApp is also one of the most popular apps in India. In fact, research has consistently shown it is one of most used apps after Facebook.
WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption might still be a contentious issue, but on Wednesday the Supreme Court refused to allow a PIL seeking a ban on the popular app and similar messenger services.
The PIL, filed by Gurugram-based RTI activist Sudhir Yadav, said these apps have complete encryption, which poses a threat to the country’s security.
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