Design World

  • Home
  • Technologies
    • 3D CAD
    • Electronics • electrical
    • Fastening & Joining
    • Factory automation
    • Linear Motion
    • Motion Control
    • Test & Measurement
    • Sensors
    • Fluid power
  • Learn
    • Ebooks / Tech Tips
    • Engineering Week
    • Future of Design Engineering
    • MC² Motion Control Classrooms
    • Podcasts
    • Videos
    • Webinars
  • LEAP AWARDS
  • Leadership
    • 2022 Voting
    • 2021 Winners
  • Design Guide Library
  • Resources
    • 3D Cad Models
      • PARTsolutions
      • TraceParts
    • Digital Issues
      • Design World
      • EE World
    • Women in Engineering
  • Supplier Listings

RIM Offers Olive Branch to India

By Andrew Berg | August 26, 2010

Share

Research In Motion (RIM) confirmed today that it is willing to work with India on policy that would regulate the use of encryption technologies. 

According to a press release, RIM is extending an offer to the government of India whereby RIM would lead an industry forum focused on supporting the lawful access needs of law enforcement agencies, while preserving the legitimate information security needs of corporations and other organizations in India.

The announcement comes as RIM battles a rash of concerns from countries that say that encryption technology, such as that used in RIM’s Blackberry devices, can be exploited by terrorists and criminals. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia and other countries have recently expressed misgivings about RIM’s Blackberry smartphones, with the UAE calling for a complete ban of the devices.

In particular, the industry forum would work closely with the Indian government and focus on developing recommendations for policies aimed at preventing the misuse of strong encryption technologies while preserving its many societal benefits in India.

In today’s statement, RIM contends that India’s technological and economic growth will only increase the country’s need to protect the integrity and security of sensitive corporate information through encryption-based information and communications services.

“Banning such strong encryption-based information and communications services would severely limit the effectiveness and productivity of India’s corporations,” RIM stated, adding that many countries are already putting polices into place to combat the misuse of encryption technologies.

RIM says that finding a way to deal with encryption technology responsibly is an industry-wide challenge and can only be truly overcome if the Information and Communications Technology industry comes together as a whole to work with the Government of India.

The statement goes on to point out certain misconceptions surrounding the flap over RIM’s use of encryption technology on its devices. RIM says it does not have a “master key” or “back door” that would allow RIM or any third party, under any circumstances, to gain access to encrypted corporate information. RIM also denied accusations that it has offered solutions to certain governments while denying the same to others.

 


Filed Under: Industry regulations

 

Related Articles Read More >

ids-industrial-camera-manufacturer.sustainability-3
IDS focuses on sustainability in shipping
Part 5: Motion control + MQTT, OPC-UA, and other protocols for cloud services
Facebook CEO Zuckerberg Calls for More Outside Regulation
Musk’s Boring Company Calls it Quits on LA Tunnel, Instead Focuses on Hyperloop

DESIGN GUIDE LIBRARY

“motion

Enews Sign Up

Motion Control Classroom

Design World Digital Edition

cover

Browse the most current issue of Design World and back issues in an easy to use high quality format. Clip, share and download with the leading design engineering magazine today.

EDABoard the Forum for Electronics

Top global problem solving EE forum covering Microcontrollers, DSP, Networking, Analog and Digital Design, RF, Power Electronics, PCB Routing and much more

EDABoard: Forum for electronics

Sponsored Content

  • Global supply needs drive increased manufacturing footprint development
  • How to Increase Rotational Capacity for a Retaining Ring
  • Cordis high resolution electronic proportional pressure controls
  • WAGO’s custom designed interface wiring system making industrial applications easier
  • 10 Reasons to Specify Valve Manifolds
  • Case study: How a 3D-printed tool saved thousands of hours and dollars

Design World Podcasts

May 17, 2022
Another view on additive and the aerospace industry
See More >
Engineering Exchange

The Engineering Exchange is a global educational networking community for engineers.

Connect, share, and learn today »

Design World
  • Advertising
  • About us
  • Contact
  • Manage your Design World Subscription
  • Subscribe
  • Design World Digital Network
  • Engineering White Papers
  • LEAP AWARDS

Copyright © 2022 WTWH Media LLC. All Rights Reserved. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of WTWH Media
Privacy Policy | Advertising | About Us

Search Design World

  • Home
  • Technologies
    • 3D CAD
    • Electronics • electrical
    • Fastening & Joining
    • Factory automation
    • Linear Motion
    • Motion Control
    • Test & Measurement
    • Sensors
    • Fluid power
  • Learn
    • Ebooks / Tech Tips
    • Engineering Week
    • Future of Design Engineering
    • MC² Motion Control Classrooms
    • Podcasts
    • Videos
    • Webinars
  • LEAP AWARDS
  • Leadership
    • 2022 Voting
    • 2021 Winners
  • Design Guide Library
  • Resources
    • 3D Cad Models
      • PARTsolutions
      • TraceParts
    • Digital Issues
      • Design World
      • EE World
    • Women in Engineering
  • Supplier Listings