After extensive testing, Google has announced a significant enhancement to its Android and Wear OS Messages app: end-to-end encryption (E2EE) is now enabled by default for all group chats with RCS (Rich Communication Services) enabled. This move is designed to bolster the privacy of group conversations by ensuring that only participants within the group can access and read the messages. While this encryption offers robust protection, it’s important to note that certain vulnerabilities, such as sharing screenshots or showing messages to others in close proximity, can still compromise privacy.
