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Big tech vows to continue CSAM scanning in Europe despite expiration of law allowing it

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 07:20 PM UTC·Source: The Record

Updated: Monday, April 6, 2026 at 07:27 PM UTC

Executive Summary

Microsoft, Google, Meta and Snapchat released a statement on Friday saying they “reaffirm their continued commitment to protecting children and preserving privacy, and will continue to take voluntary action” to complete the scans.

Analysis

Microsoft, Google, Meta and Snapchat released a statement on Friday saying they “reaffirm their continued commitment to protecting children and preserving privacy, and will continue to take voluntary action” to complete the scans.
Source Attribution

Originally published by The Record on Apr 6, 2026.

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