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#mass-surveillance-limitations

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Advocacy groups warn against adding facial recognition to Meta AI glasses

Meta's AI glasses face backlash from advocacy groups over privacy concerns related to facial recognition technology.

Privacy technologies

Meta Is Warned That Facial Recognition Glasses Will Arm Sexual Predators

fromLGBTQ Nation

Privacy technologies

LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

The Morning After: Meta is reportedly working on an AI model of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is developing an AI character based on Mark Zuckerberg to interact with employees, raising concerns about privacy and ethical implications.

Meta creates AI version of Mark Zuckerberg so staff can talk to the boss

Meta is developing an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to enhance employee engagement and connection.

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses face backlash for privacy violations and plans for facial recognition technology, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Advocacy groups warn against adding facial recognition to Meta AI glasses

Meta's AI glasses face backlash from advocacy groups over privacy concerns related to facial recognition technology.

Meta Is Warned That Facial Recognition Glasses Will Arm Sexual Predators

Over 70 advocacy organizations demand Meta halt face recognition plans for smart glasses due to privacy and safety concerns.

fromLGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ groups warn Meta's facial recognition smartglasses could harm queers & abuse victims - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of over 70 activist groups urges Meta to halt its facial recognition feature on smartglasses due to privacy and safety concerns.

The Morning After: Meta is reportedly working on an AI model of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is developing an AI character based on Mark Zuckerberg to interact with employees, raising concerns about privacy and ethical implications.

Meta creates AI version of Mark Zuckerberg so staff can talk to the boss

Meta is developing an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to enhance employee engagement and connection.

Why Congress is fighting over a central tool of American surveillance

Section 702 of FISA is crucial for U.S. intelligence but raises concerns about privacy violations of American citizens.

SF politics

Congress can finally close a mass surveillance loophole - but will they?

Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance, faces potential reform as it is set to expire, amid bipartisan concerns over its misuse.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Trump Demands GOP Pass FISA Bill Even Though He Was a Victim' of Worst and Most Illegal Abuse'

Trump urges GOP unity to pass a clean extension of FISA 702 despite claiming past abuses against him.

We Need You: Our Privacy Cannot Afford a Clean Extension of Section 702

Section 702 of FISA requires substantial reforms before reauthorization to protect privacy rights and address compliance issues.

fromwww.npr.org

21 hours ago

Why Congress is fighting over a central tool of American surveillance

Section 702 of FISA is crucial for U.S. intelligence but raises concerns about privacy violations of American citizens.

SF politics

Congress can finally close a mass surveillance loophole - but will they?

Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance, faces potential reform as it is set to expire, amid bipartisan concerns over its misuse.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Trump Demands GOP Pass FISA Bill Even Though He Was a Victim' of Worst and Most Illegal Abuse'

Trump urges GOP unity to pass a clean extension of FISA 702 despite claiming past abuses against him.

We Need You: Our Privacy Cannot Afford a Clean Extension of Section 702

Section 702 of FISA requires substantial reforms before reauthorization to protect privacy rights and address compliance issues.

Dangerous Apps In the Web of Data Brokers

Smartphone apps collect detailed location data, often shared with data brokers, posing security risks to users, including soldiers and government officials.

#artificial-intelligence

fromFortune

9 hours ago

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Recent violent incidents against AI leaders highlight escalating tensions surrounding artificial intelligence and its perceived threats to humanity.

Non-profit organizations

What good AI in government actually looks like

Artificial intelligence can be used to eliminate federal grants or to help communities access them effectively.

fromFortune

9 hours ago

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Recent violent incidents against AI leaders highlight escalating tensions surrounding artificial intelligence and its perceived threats to humanity.

Non-profit organizations

more#artificial-intelligence

What good AI in government actually looks like

Artificial intelligence can be used to eliminate federal grants or to help communities access them effectively.

fromComputerWeekly.com

UK reliance on US big tech companies is 'national security risk', claims report | Computer Weekly

The UK is at risk due to over-reliance on US tech companies for critical infrastructure, impacting national security.

fromwww.npr.org

11 hours ago

Law enforcement is trying to combat abusive AI. Experts say easier said than done

An Ohio man was convicted under the 2025 Take It Down Act for creating and distributing AI-generated abusive sexual images.

Information security

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.

Law

fromAdExchanger

1 hour ago

For Google Advertisers Who Overpaid The Monopoly - Don't Hate, Arbitrate | AdExchanger

Keller Postman is pioneering mass arbitration lawsuits against Google for alleged monopolistic practices and overpayments in advertising.

fromNature

Researchers: here's how to audit your fragmented digital identity

A search for 'Guo Wei' in ORCID returned 616 profiles, none affiliated with the Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, highlighting the difficulty in verifying academic identities.

Higher education

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

fromTheregister

12 hours ago

EFF: California 3D printer bill threatens digital freedoms

California's legislation could burden 3D printer manufacturers and raise surveillance concerns, according to digital rights activists.

fromTNW | Meta

23 hours ago

Meta is building an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is building a photorealistic, AI-powered version of Mark Zuckerberg that can interact with employees in his place, trained on Zuckerberg's mannerisms, tone, and publicly available statements.

Social media marketing

Anon(ymous) in Mountain View | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey, featuring a star-studded cast, tells the epic tale of Odysseus, who embarks on a ten-year journey to return home.

London music

SOMA, SF

fromKqed

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.

Apple

fromComputerworld

Apple preps for the face race

Apple is testing four designs for smart glasses, aiming for superior aesthetics and performance compared to competitors.

Silicon Valley

fromThe Nation

The Death of an AI Whistleblower

Suchir Balaji, a whistleblower against OpenAI, claimed the company violated copyright laws by using vast amounts of internet data for its AI models.

#surveillance-technology

Roam Research

fromThe American Conservative

Hot Off the Press: EFF's Updated Guide to Tech at the US-Mexico Border

Surveillance technology at the U.S.-Mexico border is often misidentified, prompting the release of an updated guide to help recognize these devices.

Right-wing politics

They're Watching You

Roam Research

fromThe American Conservative

Hot Off the Press: EFF's Updated Guide to Tech at the US-Mexico Border

Surveillance technology at the U.S.-Mexico border is often misidentified, prompting the release of an updated guide to help recognize these devices.

more#surveillance-technology

Right-wing politics

They're Watching You

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

Scarcity, Surveillance, and the Return of Hard Power Week In Review

Bitcoin remains above $71,000, indicating institutional demand and potential for broader adoption amid macroeconomic developments and a 4-year cycle breakout test.

Health

Meta's New AI Asked for My Raw Health Data-and Gave Me Terrible Advice

Medical experts express concerns about uploading personal health data to AI models due to privacy and control issues.

11 hours ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.

fromMakeUseOf

15 hours ago

I turned off Chrome's Ad Privacy feature after realizing what it was actually doing

Google's Ad Privacy feature does not eliminate third-party cookies but introduces a new tracking system that emphasizes data collection.

#facial-recognition

Moving Goalposts: Football, Facial Recognition and the Expansion of Surveillance

Facial recognition technology in UK football raises significant privacy and accountability concerns beyond its intended operational use.

Man Suing City After AI Camera Flags Him For Wrongful Arrest

Jason Killinger is suing Reno after being wrongfully arrested due to AI facial recognition errors, highlighting systemic issues in police training and technology use.

Meta warned by dozens of organizations that facial recognition on its smart glasses would empower predators

Civil rights organizations urge Meta to abandon facial recognition in smart glasses due to risks of empowering stalkers and predators.

Privacy professionals

Seven Billion Reasons for Facebook to Abandon its Face Recognition Plans

Moving Goalposts: Football, Facial Recognition and the Expansion of Surveillance

Facial recognition technology in UK football raises significant privacy and accountability concerns beyond its intended operational use.

Man Suing City After AI Camera Flags Him For Wrongful Arrest

Jason Killinger is suing Reno after being wrongfully arrested due to AI facial recognition errors, highlighting systemic issues in police training and technology use.

Meta warned by dozens of organizations that facial recognition on its smart glasses would empower predators

Civil rights organizations urge Meta to abandon facial recognition in smart glasses due to risks of empowering stalkers and predators.

Privacy professionals

Seven Billion Reasons for Facebook to Abandon its Face Recognition Plans

more#facial-recognition

fromCbsnews

Is your phone listening to you?

Phones are not listening to conversations; targeted ads are based on user behavior and interests.

12 hours ago

The attacks on Sam Altman are a warning for the AI world

Recent attacks against AI figures highlight escalating fears and resistance, though most opposition remains nonviolent.

OpenAI expands access to cyber AI as hacking risks grow

OpenAI is shifting to a model that emphasizes identity verification for access to sensitive cybersecurity tools while expanding availability.

Woman Sues OpenAI, Saying ChatGPT Unleashed a Vicious Stalker Against Her and Did Nothing When She Begged for Help

A woman sued OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT exacerbated her stalker's delusions and that the company failed to intervene despite her pleas for help.

Information security

fromAxios

OpenAI expands access to cyber AI as hacking risks grow

OpenAI is shifting to a model that emphasizes identity verification for access to sensitive cybersecurity tools while expanding availability.

Woman Sues OpenAI, Saying ChatGPT Unleashed a Vicious Stalker Against Her and Did Nothing When She Begged for Help

A woman sued OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT exacerbated her stalker's delusions and that the company failed to intervene despite her pleas for help.

more#openai

Anthropic Opposes the Extreme AI Liability Bill That OpenAI Backed

Anthropic opposes Illinois bill SB 3444, which would shield AI labs from liability for large-scale harm caused by their systems.

#section-702

fromThe Washington Post

US news

Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

fromThe Cipher Brief

The Case for Reauthorizing Section 702

Section 702 is essential for national security, enabling the disruption of cyberattacks and tracking terrorist plots without targeting Americans.

fromNextgov.com

US politics

Domestic surveillance fears loom over Congress debate to renew spying power

fromThe Washington Post

US news

Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

fromThe Cipher Brief

The Case for Reauthorizing Section 702

Section 702 is essential for national security, enabling the disruption of cyberattacks and tracking terrorist plots without targeting Americans.

fromNextgov.com

US politics

Domestic surveillance fears loom over Congress debate to renew spying power

Citizen Lab: Law Enforcement Used Webloc to Track 500 Million Devices via Ad Data

Webloc is a global geolocation surveillance system used by various law enforcement agencies, providing access to data from millions of mobile devices.

#data-privacy

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn

PREMIUM Is Your Phone Spying on You? Nah. It Doesn't Have To.

Google Broke Its Promise to Me. Now ICE Has My Data.

Google provided user data to ICE without notification, violating a promise to users.

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.

fromZDNET

4 hours ago

A data removal service helped me reclaim my privacy - see if you need one, too

Personal data is collected and sold by brokers, making removal services essential for protecting sensitive information.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn

PREMIUM Is Your Phone Spying on You? Nah. It Doesn't Have To.

Google Broke Its Promise to Me. Now ICE Has My Data.

Google provided user data to ICE without notification, violating a promise to users.

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.

fromZDNET

4 hours ago

A data removal service helped me reclaim my privacy - see if you need one, too

Personal data is collected and sold by brokers, making removal services essential for protecting sensitive information.

Understanding AI Hallucinations: Making Sure You Don't End Up At The Wrong Stop - Above the Law

Understanding GenAI's predictable failures is crucial for legal professionals to avoid hallucinations and inaccuracies in legal outputs.

#social-media

Social media marketing

fromHer Campus

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.

fromThe New Yorker

What the Verdict Against Meta and Google Says About the Way We Live Now

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's addiction to social media, marking a significant shift in legal accountability for tech companies.

Social media marketing

fromHer Campus

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.

fromThe New Yorker

What the Verdict Against Meta and Google Says About the Way We Live Now

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's addiction to social media, marking a significant shift in legal accountability for tech companies.

more#social-media

#privacy

fromKqed

8 hours ago

What Is the Point of California's Privacy Laws if Big Tech Ignores Them? | KQED

Google's non-compliance with the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal is evident in network traffic.

Privacy technologies

EFF HOPE: Join Us This August!

fromAdExchanger

2 hours ago

Privacy professionals

Cookies, Whether You Want Them Or Not; Feeding The 'Industry Plants' | AdExchanger

fromKqed

8 hours ago

What Is the Point of California's Privacy Laws if Big Tech Ignores Them? | KQED

Google's non-compliance with the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal is evident in network traffic.

EFF HOPE: Join Us This August!

Community engagement is essential for protecting privacy and free speech online, as demonstrated by events like HOPE 26.

fromAdExchanger

2 hours ago

Cookies, Whether You Want Them Or Not; Feeding The 'Industry Plants' | AdExchanger

Microsoft's cookie policies raise concerns about user privacy despite opting out of third-party data sharing.

more#privacy

#ai

Meta Secretly Building a Photorealistic AI Clone of Mark Zuckerberg so No Employee Can Ever Escape His Watchful Eye

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is using AI to create a 3D avatar of himself for employee interaction and feedback.

Artificial intelligence

Meta is reportedly building an AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta Secretly Building a Photorealistic AI Clone of Mark Zuckerberg so No Employee Can Ever Escape His Watchful Eye

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is using AI to create a 3D avatar of himself for employee interaction and feedback.

Meta is reportedly building an AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg

Meta is developing an AI character modeled after Mark Zuckerberg to interact with employees and provide feedback.

more#ai

The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial

Voters across the political spectrum are uniting against big tech's influence, particularly regarding AI datacentres and their environmental impact.

#cnn

fromHoodline

Manhattan Judge Lets CNN Privacy Suit Over Trackers Proceed

A class-action lawsuit against CNN for tracking user data will proceed to discovery after a judge's ruling on April 9, 2026.

CNN Stuck With Suit Challenging Use of Online Tracking Tools

CNN faces a class action for allegedly sharing consumer data without consent, violating California privacy law.

fromHoodline

Manhattan Judge Lets CNN Privacy Suit Over Trackers Proceed

A class-action lawsuit against CNN for tracking user data will proceed to discovery after a judge's ruling on April 9, 2026.

CNN Stuck With Suit Challenging Use of Online Tracking Tools

CNN faces a class action for allegedly sharing consumer data without consent, violating California privacy law.

LinkedIn scanning users' browser extensions sparks controversy and two lawsuits

LinkedIn faces lawsuits alleging lack of user consent for data collection practices.

fromSecurityWeek

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.

fromTNW | Insights

LinkedIn secretly scans 6,000+ browser extensions and fingerprints your device

LinkedIn's hidden JavaScript routine collects extensive user data without disclosure, raising concerns about covert surveillance practices.

Law

LinkedIn scanning users' browser extensions sparks controversy and two lawsuits

LinkedIn faces lawsuits alleging lack of user consent for data collection practices.

fromSecurityWeek

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.

fromTNW | Insights

LinkedIn secretly scans 6,000+ browser extensions and fingerprints your device

LinkedIn's hidden JavaScript routine collects extensive user data without disclosure, raising concerns about covert surveillance practices.

more#linkedin

Dangerous data

US police misuse warrantless access to personal data, leading to wrongful arrests and life-altering consequences for innocent individuals.

ICE acknowledges it is using powerful spyware

ICE is using spyware tools to intercept encrypted messages to combat fentanyl trafficking.

The US government wants Reddit to snitch on one of its users through a grand jury

ICE is using a grand jury subpoena to identify a Reddit user who criticized the agency.

fromwww.npr.org

ICE acknowledges it is using powerful spyware

ICE is using spyware tools to intercept encrypted messages to combat fentanyl trafficking.

The US government wants Reddit to snitch on one of its users through a grand jury

ICE is using a grand jury subpoena to identify a Reddit user who criticized the agency.

more#ice

fromAbove the Law

What Lawyers Need To Know About Anthropic's Mythos - Above the Law

Anthropic's new AI model, Claude Mythos, uncovers significant security vulnerabilities, raising concerns about its potential impact on cybersecurity.

fromwww.bbc.com

Palantir defends its record as MPs demand more scrutiny of data use

Palantir defends its NHS data contracts amid scrutiny, emphasizing its role in integrating fragmented healthcare systems and ensuring data security.

fromForbes

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.

Online Wiretap Claims to Get Fresh Eye in 1st Cir. Privacy Clash

The First Circuit will clarify the Wiretap Act's applicability to online privacy claims against healthcare and financial sectors.

from404 Media

Google, Microsoft, Meta All Tracking You Even When You Opt Out, According to an Independent Audit

Microsoft, Meta, and Google may be violating California privacy laws by failing to honor user opt-out requests for ad cookies.

fromFortune

20 hours ago

Anthropic faces user backlash over reported performance issues in its Claude AI chatbot | Fortune

Anthropic faces backlash over Claude AI's declining performance and perceived lack of transparency amid rising user dissatisfaction and potential IPO plans.

#surveillance

Privacy technologies

Selling Mass Surveillance | EFFector 38.7

Privacy technologies

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

fromSilicon Canals

2 weeks ago

Privacy professionals

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

Privacy professionals

"Free" Surveillance Tech Still Comes at a High and Dangerous Cost

Selling Mass Surveillance | EFFector 38.7

Police surveillance technology often expands beyond its original purpose, leading to concerns about privacy and civil liberties.

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

Automatic license plate readers are expanding in the U.S., raising concerns about surveillance and targeting of specific communities.

fromSilicon Canals

2 weeks ago

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

The infrastructure for mass surveillance already exists, relying on pre-existing technology and data rather than new AI advancements.

Privacy professionals

"Free" Surveillance Tech Still Comes at a High and Dangerous Cost

more#surveillance

fromPopular Science

How to stop your smart TV from tracking you

Smart TVs are capable of tracking user data, including viewing habits and app usage, which can lead to personalized advertising and content recommendations. Users may prefer to limit this tracking to protect their privacy.

Privacy technologies

fromTheregister

The votes are in: AI will hurt elections and relationships

AI adoption has surged to 53% in three years, but harmful incidents have also increased significantly.

fromThe Nation

San Diego's AI Battlefield Heats Up

AI-based surveillance systems pose significant threats to civil liberties and privacy in urban environments.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Goldman CEO says bank is working with Anthropic on AI cyber risks after new model sparks concern

Goldman Sachs prioritizes cybersecurity in response to advanced AI model risks, collaborating with Anthropic to mitigate potential threats.

fromGadget Review

4 weeks ago

Your Devices Spy Today, Tomorrow They Will Make Decisions Behind Your Back

Surveillance technology embedded in smart TVs, phones, and digital devices prioritizes advertiser profit and engagement metrics over user privacy and genuine preferences.

fromRoute Fifty

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.

#government-surveillance

fromInvestigative Post

4 weeks ago

How the government can track your movements

Federal law enforcement agencies purchase location data from internet advertisers and data brokers to track individuals' phones without traditional warrants or oversight.

Government Spying Targeted Advertising | EFFector 38.5

Governments exploit commercial advertising surveillance systems to access personal data about citizens, creating privacy risks beyond corporate tracking.

fromTechdirt

Privacy professionals

Docs Expose CBP's Use Of Ad Data To Track People's Movements

fromgizmodo.com

Feds Used Online Advertising Data to Track the Public's Phone Locations

CBP purchased online advertising data containing mobile phone location information tracked through Advertising IDs to support border security operations including targeting, vetting, and illicit network discovery.

fromInvestigative Post

4 weeks ago

How the government can track your movements

Federal law enforcement agencies purchase location data from internet advertisers and data brokers to track individuals' phones without traditional warrants or oversight.

Government Spying Targeted Advertising | EFFector 38.5

Governments exploit commercial advertising surveillance systems to access personal data about citizens, creating privacy risks beyond corporate tracking.

fromTechdirt

Privacy professionals

Docs Expose CBP's Use Of Ad Data To Track People's Movements

fromgizmodo.com

more#government-surveillance

Feds Used Online Advertising Data to Track the Public's Phone Locations

Splintered Video Privacy Rulings Won't Be Fixed by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's review of the VPPA may clarify the definition of 'consumer' but won't resolve circuit splits on personally identifiable information.

fromZDNET

2 weeks ago

The best way to protect your phone from a warrantless search in 2026

US authorities are increasingly aggressive in detaining and seizing devices, with biometrics remaining vulnerable.

Information security

fromEmptywheel

I Con the Record Admits All This Spying Also Serves Counterintelligence

The Intelligence Community uses online anonymity and networking tools to collect foreign intelligence, including counterintelligence and cybersecurity, while asserting legal limits on targeting US citizens.

Clearview and the long arm of the law

UK tribunal overturned judgment allowing Clearview's face-scraping; clarifies data-protection scope and prevents multinational companies dodging local laws.

3 weeks ago

How the FBI can conduct mass surveillance even without AI

The FBI can conduct mass surveillance by purchasing data on citizens without AI assistance, despite concerns over privacy and legal protections.

Law

fromEmptywheel

Yet More Cell Phones IDed in Program that Purportedly Doesn't Get Cell Phones

FBI phone-dragnet data frequently relied on cellphone connections—including T-Mobile and AT&T numbers—and mixed EO 12333 and Section 215 data, contradicting claims of no cell collection.

3 weeks ago

Don't be surprised that the FBI is buying your location data

The FBI purchases location data from advertising companies to track US citizens, circumventing Fourth Amendment protections established in Carpenter v. United States.

All These Ring Cameras Are Creating a "Surveillance Nightmare," Critics Say

Widespread consumer Ring doorbells create a massive civilian surveillance system that threatens privacy, enables law enforcement access, and disproportionately harms marginalized communities.