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Major Banks Investigated Over Political and Religious Debanking
A bank’s idea of public opinion became a surprisingly effective way to decide who gets access to money.
DOJ Probes JPMorgan, Bank of America, Over Political Account Closures
The crypto industry has called this ‘Operation Chokepoint 2.0’ since 2022, and a prosecutor finally wants the receipts.
Big Brother Goes Digital: The Feds’ Race to Integrate Mobile IDs in America
Critics warn the initiative could deepen surveillance concerns, as digital IDs increasingly intertwine with everyday life.
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.
NY Fed Reports “Successful” Months-Long Digital Dollar Test
The privacy issues loom large.
Big Banks Plot Digital Wallets for 2023 Release
The push towards a digital economy.
New York Fed Plots Test of Centrally Controlled Digital Dollar
Governments are creeping towards controllable currency.
