Vehicle theft is a collective issue affecting Canadians, and as cybersecurity professionals, we believe the federal government’s proposal to ban security research tools, like the Flipper Zero, is ill-advised. The policy misunderstands the technology behind such tools, which are programmable radios used in various sectors. Prohibiting them could stifle the economy and incentivize manufacturers to create insecure products. Instead, focusing on improving automotive security through collaboration with experts is key. This overbroad policy penalizes legitimate uses of security tools, and partnering with the cybersecurity industry to prevent crimes would be a more effective approach.
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