Trump and Musk's Controversial Plan to Create Massive Federal Data Repository
Former President Trump and Elon Musk are pushing to merge sensitive personal data from multiple federal agencies into a centralized database, raising major privacy concerns. The initiative aims to consolidate everything from financial records to medical data, despite legal challenges and warnings from security experts.
Switzerland's Privacy Haven Status Threatened by New Surveillance Rules
Switzerland's proposed digital surveillance ordinance faces fierce opposition from privacy tech firms who warn it could compromise the nation's privacy-friendly reputation. The controversial changes would require extensive monitoring capabilities and user data collection from service providers, affecting both major companies and smaller startups.
American Scientists Turn to Burner Phones Amid Growing Academic Surveillance
U.S. researchers are adopting security measures typically used in restrictive nations, carrying burner phones to international conferences amid fears of government surveillance. This concerning shift mirrors 1930s Europe as academic institutions abroad now offer refuge to American scientists facing ideological pressure at home.
Federal Crackdown: Pro-Palestinian Student Activists Face Intensified Surveillance and Deportation
Federal authorities are dramatically escalating surveillance and detention of pro-Palestinian activists across Massachusetts universities, with hundreds of student visas revoked. The controversial crackdown raises urgent questions about civil liberties and academic freedom on American campuses.
Google Enhances Privacy Tool to Remove Personal Information from Search Results
Google's upgraded 'Results about you' tool now offers enhanced control over personal data visibility in search results. The feature helps users monitor and request removal of sensitive information like names, addresses, and contact details, demonstrating Google's commitment to user privacy protection.
Big Tech's Data Sharing with US Government Surges: Privacy Concerns Mount
Major tech companies have drastically increased data sharing with US authorities, with Meta, Google, and Apple providing access to over 3.1 million user accounts in the past decade. The surge in surveillance capabilities through private sector partnerships raises serious privacy concerns as FISA requests soar.
OpenAI Cracks Down on Chinese Surveillance Operations Using ChatGPT
OpenAI has banned Chinese accounts that exploited ChatGPT for surveillance and disinformation campaigns targeting Western countries and Latin America. The company identified two malicious operations, 'Peer Review' and 'Sponsored Discontent', which aimed to monitor protests and spread anti-American content.
UK Government's £2.3M AI Surveillance Project Raises Civil Liberty Concerns
British Labour government launches controversial AI system to monitor social media posts for 'problematic' content, investing millions in tracking online narratives. Privacy advocates and free speech defenders express alarm over the scope and implications of this extensive digital surveillance program.
Clearview AI Leadership Change Signals Shift Toward Government Contracts
Facial recognition company Clearview AI undergoes major leadership transition as CEO Hoan Ton-That steps down. New co-CEOs with Trump administration ties aim to triple revenue by focusing on federal contracts despite ongoing privacy concerns and legal challenges.
Major Security Flaw in Stalkerware Apps Exposes Private Data of Over 2.6 Million Users
A critical vulnerability in popular phone monitoring apps Cocospy and Spyic has leaked sensitive personal data of millions of users, highlighting systemic security failures in surveillance software. The breach exposed private messages, photos, and call logs, while revealing concerning ties to China-based developers.