The Pirate Bay adding SSL encryption in response to Swedish wiretapping law
Posted by: admin in Life GadgetsYou might remember that a couple days ago the Swedish Parliament passed a controversial law allowing warrantless wiretaps and monitoring of internet traffic. While I’m sure this is ostensibly for fighting terrorism or something, it’s too tempting for media companies and telecoms to eavesdrop and listen for the newest Kid Rock album being transferred. In response […]
You may remember that a couple days ago the Swedish Parliament passed a controversial law allowing warrantless wiretaps and monitoring of internet traffic. While I’m sure this is ostensibly for fighting terrorism or something, it’s too tempting for media companies and telecoms to eavesdrop and listen for the newest Kid Rock album being transferred.
In response to this law, the infamous torrent site The Pirate Bay announced they’ll be adding a secure connection option for its users, and will also set up a page explaining how to set up basic encryption for your home and connection. I think it’s great that the guys at TPB have moved from being merry pranksters and provocateurs to being a legitimate force in the global information wars. Keep up the good work, guys.
[via Slyck News]
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