US citizens are urged to use encrypted messaging and phone calls by the FBI and CISA due to ongoing Chinese hacking of US networks. End-to-end encryption is recommended to protect against compromise of communications.
Key Points
FBI and CISA urging Americans to use encrypted messaging and phone calls
Highlighting the ongoing Chinese hacking of US networks
Importance of end-to-end encryption in protecting communications
Pros
Increased security and privacy for communications
Protection against potential interception of content by malicious actors
Cons
Potential limitations in fully encrypting cross-platform messaging like RCS
Uncertainty around the timeline for implementing encryption in RCS