Luca's app faces no defection from Smudo amid criticism
The Luca app, a contact tracing solution designed to aid in the management of the pandemic, has found itself at the centre of controversy. The app, which has been developed with the financial backing of musician Smudo, has been the subject of criticism and conspiracy theories.
One of the main critics of the app is Jan Boehmermann, a moderator for German television network ZDF, who has fueled the controversy on Twitter. Despite this, Smudo remains steadfast in his support for the app, calling the calls to delete it as "irresponsible."
Smudo's continued backing of the app is rooted in his belief that it can contribute to the restart of cultural life. He has even gone so far as to put pressure on the media to roll out the technology, citing his upcoming tour with 300,000 tickets pending as a reason for the urgency.
However, the app has not fulfilled the high hopes placed in it. Its development has been marred by issues of privacy concerns and questions about its effectiveness in managing pandemic contact tracing. These issues have led to a significant amount of public criticism and calls for the app's deletion.
Smudo has been working constructively with many data protection experts in the development of the Luca app. He attributes the sharpness of the attacks against the app to a frustration within the scene, stemming from the lack of maintenance of the Corona warning app.
Despite the ongoing debates and criticism, no clear details about a new version or relaunch of the Luca app are available. The controversy and Smudo's remarks point towards ongoing debates rather than concrete development directions.
In a personal capacity, Smudo has financially risked himself by developing the technology for the Luca app at his own expense. His investment in the app has made him personally affected by the criticism it has received.
As the future of the Luca app remains uncertain, Smudo continues to express his support, hoping that the app can still play a role in helping to manage the pandemic and restart cultural life.
[1] Source: Various news outlets, 2021.
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