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So end to end encryption of email within the EU is going to become common? Facebook messages? Sure.

Is there anybody here who actually believes that 1, this will happen, and 2, will be effective?

1. I'm not so sure. Due to the threat of terrorism and tax fraud Governments would most probably not want, National Parliaments — if not controlled by a governmental majority — however most probably would, as this would help paint the acting government in a negative '1984' like light.

2. Massive fines would hopefully act as a deterrent.

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