Topic: Baltimore

Baltimore has faced significant challenges related to surveillance and data privacy, highlighted by incidents such as AI gun detection errors leading to wrongful detentions and lawsuits against Meta for data collection practices. The city’s struggles with ransomware attacks and reliance on platforms like Gmail, which can impose their own restrictions, further illustrate the risks of digital dependency and the implications for individual rights. These issues highlight the importance of defending free expression and privacy in the face of increasing surveillance and censorship.