Ken Macon
Ken is a teacher and contributor who focuses on researching and reporting on mass surveillance and privacy rights across the world. [email protected]
Trudeau Government’s Quiet Push for Vaccine Passports: Plot To Integrate into Digital ID Revealed
Government documents reveal the quiet expansion of vaccine passports into a framework for nationwide digital IDs.
Governor Kathy Hochul Defends Calls For NYC Subway Surveillance Amid Rising Crime Concerns
The growth of Big Brother.
Data Exposure at MyGiftCardSupply Highlights Risks of Digital ID Regulations
The incident exposes the growing vulnerabilities tied to digital ID systems and mandatory KYC data collection.
Apple Settles $95M Class Action Over Siri Privacy Violations
Millions of Siri users may receive compensation as Apple addresses claims of unintentional voice recordings and data misuse.
New Orleans DA Jason Williams Proposes Expanded Surveillance After Bourbon Street Terror Attack
Public spaces could transform into surveillance hubs as the city redefines its approach to safety.
Biden Administration Blocks Sale of Americans’ Data to Adversarial Nations but Ignores Domestic and Allied Sales
Protections against hostile nations spotlight gaps in domestic and allied data privacy.
IRS Under Fire for New Crypto Rules That Erode Privacy and Spark Legal Challenges
Crypto advocates sue IRS over new DeFi reporting rules, alleging overreach and privacy threats. Industry warns of stifled innovation.
Mitt Romney’s AI Bill Seeks to Ban Anonymous Cloud Access, Raising Privacy Concerns
The outgoing Senator wants KYC laws for cloud and AI companies.
Microsoft’s Recall Returns with Privacy Concerns Looming
Microsoft’s Recall tool in Windows Insider builds offers a digital memory timeline but faces scrutiny over privacy and data security gaps.
JD Vance Slams The Surveillance State, Government Backdoors
Vance calls for curbing intelligence agency growth, arguing national priorities should focus on economic issues over expanded surveillance.
Session’s Escape Plan: How a Visit From Police Pushed It To Leave the Country
Session relocates to Switzerland in response to Australian police visit, reflecting privacy-first stance amid rising global government pressures.
PayPal’s New Ad Move: Power Play or Privacy Overreach?
PayPal’s new ad platform leverages vast user transaction data, raising concerns over privacy and the ethical limits of financial data mining.