Privacy, Crime, National Security, Human Rights & You in the Middle

Explore the complex interplay between privacy, crime, national security, and human rights in the digital age through this 42-minute conference talk by Bert Hubert at GOTO Amsterdam 2023. Delve into the challenges faced by developers as they navigate the tradeoffs between user privacy, crime prevention, and government surveillance. Examine how software logs and digital trails impact personal data protection, criminal investigations, and national security efforts. Learn about the implications of implementing end-to-end encryption and the responsibilities developers bear in shaping the future of digital privacy. Gain insights into how one major phone manufacturer addressed these issues, and consider the broader societal implications of technological choices in an increasingly connected world.