From PGP to Mythos: a brief history of export controls that didn't stop anyone

🔓 Export controls on cyber tech have consistently failed to prevent their misuse, as seen in the evolution from PGP encryption to the recent Mythos case, highlighting the challenges in regulating cyber exports effectively. These controls often drive innovation in areas like encryption and spyware, making them harder to monitor. Effective regulation remains elusive.

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title: From PGP to Mythos: a brief history of export controls that didn't stop anyone
additional: 🔓 Export controls on cyber tech have consistently failed to prevent their misuse, as seen in the evolution from PGP encryption to the recent Mythos case, highlighting the challenges in regulating cyber exports effectively. These controls often drive innovation in areas like encryption and spyware, making them harder to monitor. Effective regulation remains elusive.
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