Chat Control is not dead. The EU (still) wants to scan your private messages and photos
The “Chat Control” proposal would legalise scanning of all private digital communications, including encrypted messages and photos. This threatens fundamental privacy rights and digital security for all EU citizens.
But a dumbphone surely has no encryption. Texts and calls over GSM can be readily read by the carrier and government. You would have to be extremely diligent not to slip any information that would identify you, but even if you dont you are still creating an alternate persona for data gathering entities.
So? You think I say or write anything important on the phone? Why would anyone? It’s for “on the way honey” or “honey do we need more beer?” kinda communication. For proper communication I write letters, emails or meet in person. Phones are the most suckiest way of communication.