The New York Times reports on growing calls in some European countries for access to encrypted communications in the wake of recent terrorist attacks in the region. Though Apple is in a highly publicized debate in the U.S. about encryption in its devices, the company, along with other companies employing the security technology, may find similar fights in Europe. French lawmakers plan to debate new intelligence laws this week, and the U.K. is currently embroiled in the proposed Investigatory Powers Bill, which would give broad new powers to law enforcement. Other countries, however, including Germany and the Netherlands, do not back laws that would mandate access to encrypted devices. In the U.S., Sens. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., and Richard Burr, R-N.C., are seeking support for their encryption legislation. Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif., has released a new bill that would require personal information before purchasing a so-called “burner phone.” (Registration may be required to access this story.)
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