Tech Companies Are Blocking Microsoft’s Creepy ‘Recall’ Feature

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Microsoft's new "recall" feature, which allows users to retract emails after they have been sent. Several tech companies, including Fastmail, ProtonMail, and Tutanota, have announced that they will be blocking this feature on their platforms. The article argues that the "recall" feature is an invasion of privacy and could be abused by individuals or organizations to cover up their mistakes or hide information. It suggests that this feature undermines the fundamental principles of email communication, where messages are intended to be permanent and accountable. The tech companies blocking the feature have expressed concerns about the potential for misuse and the impact on user trust. They believe that the "recall" feature is a creepy and concerning development that should not be adopted by the email industry. The article concludes that Microsoft's move has sparked a debate about the balance between convenience and privacy in the digital age, and that the tech companies' actions represent a pushback against what they perceive as an overreach of corporate power.