The European Parliament published a briefing on digital forensics as part of the Commission’s June 2025 roadmap for law enforcement access to data. The briefing explores the crucial role of digital forensics in accessing, collecting, analysing and preserving data from digital devices. The Commission proposes that Europol should evolve into a centre of excellence for operational expertise in digital forensics. Encryption is identified as the central debate issue, being both vital for protecting personal data and fundamental rights while representing an obstacle to criminal investigation. A technology roadmap on encryption is planned for 2026 to identify solutions enabling lawful access to encrypted data while safeguarding cybersecurity and fundamental rights.
Original source: European Parliament Research Service
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