Originally proposed in 2021, the ‘chat control’ initiative permits platforms to scan for known abuse material, with its temporary framework recently extended after a contentious legislative process. The proposed permanent legislation, referred to as ‘chat control 2.0’, would mandate risk assessments and message scanning, raising significant concerns regarding user privacy and the integrity of encryption. Negotiations among EU institutions have stalled, with privacy advocates warning that such measures could lead to widespread surveillance and false accusations.