In a startling move, French authorities have detained Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, over allegations that his platform facilitated criminal activity.
This action has ignited concerns across the tech industry, raising the question: Who might be next?
The logic behind Durov’s detention suggests that other prominent tech leaders could soon find themselves under similar scrutiny. Here are some of the key figures potentially in the crosshairs:
- Tim Cook (Apple): Could he face legal challenges for the use of encrypted iPhones by criminals?
- Sundar Pichai (Google): Might he be held accountable for extremist content spreading on YouTube?
- Elon Musk (X, formerly Twitter): Will his platform’s commitment to free speech put him at risk?
- Mark Zuckerberg (Meta): Could Facebook’s role in spreading misinformation and fake news make him a target?
- Shou Zi Chew (TikTok): Might TikTok’s controversial content and its influence on dangerous behaviors lead to legal consequences?
- Satya Nadella (Microsoft): Could Microsoft’s involvement in cyberattacks and data breaches bring Nadella under fire?
- Evan Spiegel (Snapchat): Will Snapchat’s disappearing messages, often linked to illegal activities
Source: Reuters