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U.S. Congress warns Ottawa’s lawful-access bill could weaken defences against hackers
Globe and Mail·May 8, 2026·Marie WoolfLeans critical
Summary
Some politicians in the United States are worried about a new Canadian law that would let police access people's online information more easily. They think this law could make it harder to stop hackers and protect people's private information in both Canada and the U.S. This is important because it shows that laws in one country can affect the security of another.
AI Analysis
This article focuses on the concerns of the U.S. Congress regarding the potential risks of Bill C-22.
The article accurately describes that Bill C-22 would give police more power to access digital information with court orders.
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