Introduction

Skype, launched in 2003, was a pioneering internet phone calling app that promised unprecedented privacy with its end-to-end encryption. This feature, which made it impossible for internet hackers or spies to intercept calls and chats, was revolutionary at the time.

The Discovery of FinFisher

In 2012, Egyptian revolutionaries discovered a memorandum written by SSI officers about a mysterious software called FinFisher, made by the British-German company Gamma International. FinFisher was a high-level hacking system capable of accessing email inboxes, uploading spy files, and tracking communications.

Skype's Encryption Legacy

Skype's end-to-end encryption was a groundbreaking feature that sparked anger among law enforcement agencies worldwide. Despite attempts to bypass its encryption, Skype remained a secure method of communication. Today, end-to-end encryption is a standard feature in many messaging apps, including Apple's iMessage and FaceTime, Facebook Messenger, Signal, and WhatsApp.

Conclusion

Although Skype is set to shut down, its legacy lives on in the technology that secures the communications of billions of people worldwide. Its innovative approach to end-to-end encryption has made the world a safer and freer place.

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