Privacy
LA Metro Eyes Invasive Facial Recognition in Wake of Murder
In the wake of a fatal stabbing, LA Metro officials champion controversial facial recognition tech as a safety measure, sparking a debate on privacy and security.
RFK Jr. To Challenge TikTok Ban on Constitutional Grounds
Kennedy challenges the impending TikTok ban, citing concerns over political motives rather than real national security issues.
WEF Report Supports CBDC and Digital ID, Urges Public-Private Collaboration in Finance
WEF’s ambiguous stance on digital currencies raises eyebrows, suggesting a veiled push for CBDCs under the guise of collaboration.
Kaiser Data Breach Exposes 13.4 Million Users’ Info to Google, Microsoft, and Others
The health insurer’s data leak underscores the growing concern over healthcare organizations’ use of third-party tracking technology and the potential risks to patient privacy.
Banking on Surveillance: Republicans Investigate Major Banks’ Warrantless Data Sharing with Federal Agencies
Congressional inquiry into banks’ role in warrantless data surveillance following January 6 raises alarm over potential civil liberties violations and improper government collaboration.
FCC Restores Net Neutrality Despite Concerns Over Government Intrusion
Restoring net neutrality rules under Title II reshapes the broadband industry, placing FCC oversight at the center of internet regulation.
TSA Visited Apple and Google To Discuss Collaboration for Digital ID
TSA’s push for biometric technology and digital IDs with Big Tech aims to streamline airport security, but raises concerns over passenger privacy and government surveillance.
Paris Olympics 2024: A New Era of AI and Biometric Surveillance
Paris Olympics organizers’ use of AI-powered surveillance raises concerns over privacy increased public safety measures post-pandemic.
Privacy Under Siege: Europol and the UK Crime Agency Target Encryption, Call For Backdoors
Europol and the UK’s NCA target Meta’s encryption efforts, citing child safety, while privacy advocates warn that undermining end-to-end encryption enables mass surveillance.
Judge Challenges Appeals Court Over Computer Monitoring Ban in January 6 Parole
Despite the appeals court ruling it overreach, a federal judge is pushing to re-impose invasive computer surveillance on a January 6 convict.
Appeals Court Upholds Police Right to Compel Biometric Device Unlocking
Judges rule that forcing a suspect to unlock a phone with a thumbprint doesn’t violate the Fifth Amendment under some conditions.
Australian Leaders Demand Platforms Curb Online “Misinformation,” Float Online ID and AI-Assisted Content Surveillance Ideas
Australian politicians push for tougher social media regulations, with bipartisan pressure to combat “misinformation” following the Sydney stabbing attacks.