Signal's Rise in the Netherlands: Universities Ditch WhatsApp Over Privacy Concerns
2025-03-23
Signal messaging app is rapidly gaining popularity in the Netherlands, particularly among universities, driven by growing concerns over WhatsApp's data privacy practices and the spread of misinformation. Institutions like Utrecht University of Applied Sciences are recommending or considering switching to Signal due to its non-profit nature, open-source code, and strong privacy focus. The National Student Union also voiced privacy concerns, advocating for Signal or other open-source alternatives. This follows previous security concerns in higher education, with TikTok previously facing bans due to espionage risks.
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