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The 2024 U.S. Election is Over. EFF is Ready for What's Next.

EFF is committed to defending digital rights, user privacy, and free expression in the post-election landscape.

Bitfinex Hacker Gets 5 Years for $10 Billion Bitcoin Heist

Innovative technologists in India created a clever hack to use AirPod Pro 2s as hearing aids for grandmothers, showcasing technology's potential for accessibility.

The 2024 U.S. Election is Over. EFF is Ready for What's Next.

EFF is committed to defending digital rights, user privacy, and free expression in the post-election landscape.

Bitfinex Hacker Gets 5 Years for $10 Billion Bitcoin Heist

Innovative technologists in India created a clever hack to use AirPod Pro 2s as hearing aids for grandmothers, showcasing technology's potential for accessibility.
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Argentina will use AI to 'predict future crimes'

The Argentinian government plans to use AI to predict future crimes, raising concerns about privacy and citizens' rights.

Secret Rift Over Data Center Fueled Push to Expand Reach of Surveillance Program

A hidden dispute over data center cooperation with surveillance program spurred by a mysterious provision in bill extending Section 702 wiretapping law.

Meet the shady companies helping governments hack citizens' phones

Pegasus malware can infiltrate phones without user knowledge, recording sensitive data in real-time.
Despite scrutiny and sanctions, the cyberattack market is growing, aiding government violence and eroding democracy globally.

Civil Rights Commission Pans Face Recognition Technology

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights cautions against the federal government's use of face recognition technology due to its civil rights implications.

Argentina will use AI to 'predict future crimes'

The Argentinian government plans to use AI to predict future crimes, raising concerns about privacy and citizens' rights.

Secret Rift Over Data Center Fueled Push to Expand Reach of Surveillance Program

A hidden dispute over data center cooperation with surveillance program spurred by a mysterious provision in bill extending Section 702 wiretapping law.

Meet the shady companies helping governments hack citizens' phones

Pegasus malware can infiltrate phones without user knowledge, recording sensitive data in real-time.
Despite scrutiny and sanctions, the cyberattack market is growing, aiding government violence and eroding democracy globally.

Civil Rights Commission Pans Face Recognition Technology

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights cautions against the federal government's use of face recognition technology due to its civil rights implications.
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#data-privacy

Salt Typhoon Hack Shows There's No Security Backdoor That's Only For The "Good Guys"

Backdoors for government access can be exploited by hackers, compromising user data and security.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov capitulates, says app will hand over user data to governments to stop criminals

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov agreed to share user IP addresses and phone numbers with authorities under valid legal requests, changing prior privacy policies.

Head of Canada's intelligence agency warns Canadians not to use TikTok

Canadian security agency warns against TikTok due to data concerns.

Salt Typhoon Hack Shows There's No Security Backdoor That's Only For The "Good Guys"

Backdoors for government access can be exploited by hackers, compromising user data and security.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov capitulates, says app will hand over user data to governments to stop criminals

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov agreed to share user IP addresses and phone numbers with authorities under valid legal requests, changing prior privacy policies.

Head of Canada's intelligence agency warns Canadians not to use TikTok

Canadian security agency warns against TikTok due to data concerns.
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#privacy-rights

The White House is Wrong: Section 702 Needs Drastic Change

The White House released an objection to the SAFE Act legislation reforming Section 702 of FISA.
The SAFE Act, while not comprehensive, is viewed as a potential option to bring some checks to Section 702 surveillance.

U.S. Senate and Biden Administration Shamefully Renew and Expand FISA Section 702, Ushering in a Two Year Expansion of Unconstitutional Mass Surveillance

RISAA bill expands government surveillance authority, including Section 702 of FISA, with minimal reforms.

Monitoring UK bank accounts for benefits fraud would be huge blow to privacy'

Ministers are cautioned against implementing mass algorithmic surveillance of bank accounts to combat welfare fraud, citing severe privacy concerns. The initiative may disproportionately impact vulnerable individuals.

The Patriot Act 2.0

Edward Snowden criticizes FISA 702 renewal as a major privacy rights infringement.

House Votes to Extend-and Expand-a Major US Spy Program

The controversial US wiretap program Section 702 of FISA has been extended for two years, permitting government wiretapping of communications between Americans and foreigners overseas.

The White House is Wrong: Section 702 Needs Drastic Change

The White House released an objection to the SAFE Act legislation reforming Section 702 of FISA.
The SAFE Act, while not comprehensive, is viewed as a potential option to bring some checks to Section 702 surveillance.

U.S. Senate and Biden Administration Shamefully Renew and Expand FISA Section 702, Ushering in a Two Year Expansion of Unconstitutional Mass Surveillance

RISAA bill expands government surveillance authority, including Section 702 of FISA, with minimal reforms.

Monitoring UK bank accounts for benefits fraud would be huge blow to privacy'

Ministers are cautioned against implementing mass algorithmic surveillance of bank accounts to combat welfare fraud, citing severe privacy concerns. The initiative may disproportionately impact vulnerable individuals.

The Patriot Act 2.0

Edward Snowden criticizes FISA 702 renewal as a major privacy rights infringement.

House Votes to Extend-and Expand-a Major US Spy Program

The controversial US wiretap program Section 702 of FISA has been extended for two years, permitting government wiretapping of communications between Americans and foreigners overseas.
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NSA purchases of Americans' personal data from brokers is illegal, senator says

Sen. Ron Wyden argues that the NSA's purchase of Americans' internet records from data brokers is illegal based on a recent FTC ruling.
Wyden released documents showing senior defense officials acknowledging the purchase of commercial data but not location data.

Four Actions You Can Take To Protect Digital Rights this International Women's Day

Support privacy in healthcare data
Oppose facial recognition technology for its discriminatory effects

Wyden: Governments spy on Apple, Google users through smartphone notifications

Senator Wyden warns that governments are spying on Apple and Google smartphone users through mobile push notifications.
Wyden asks the Department of Justice to revise policies that prevent companies from publicly disclosing government surveillance demands.

Let's be honest, new spy powers could kill off how we use Facetime and iMessage

A new anti-encryption bill introduced to Parliament in the UK could have significant implications for user privacy and tech companies.
The bill would allow the Home Office to require tech companies to seek approval before making updates to their software that limit government surveillance capabilities.

Key GOP Lawmaker Calls for Renewal of Surveillance Tool as He Proposes Changes to Protect Privacy

Rep. Mike Turner is calling for the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows spy agencies to collect emails and other communications.
Turner proposed changes to safeguard privacy, including stricter penalties for abuses and tighter restrictions on politically sensitive queries.
There is a scramble in Congress and the White House to pass legislation renewing Section 702 before it expires at the end of the year.

Apple admits to secretly giving governments push notification data

Apple and Google smartphones have been secretly tracked by governments through app activity.
Push notifications on these smartphones can be used to track various app activities.

NSA purchases of Americans' personal data from brokers is illegal, senator says

Sen. Ron Wyden argues that the NSA's purchase of Americans' internet records from data brokers is illegal based on a recent FTC ruling.
Wyden released documents showing senior defense officials acknowledging the purchase of commercial data but not location data.

Four Actions You Can Take To Protect Digital Rights this International Women's Day

Support privacy in healthcare data
Oppose facial recognition technology for its discriminatory effects

Wyden: Governments spy on Apple, Google users through smartphone notifications

Senator Wyden warns that governments are spying on Apple and Google smartphone users through mobile push notifications.
Wyden asks the Department of Justice to revise policies that prevent companies from publicly disclosing government surveillance demands.

Let's be honest, new spy powers could kill off how we use Facetime and iMessage

A new anti-encryption bill introduced to Parliament in the UK could have significant implications for user privacy and tech companies.
The bill would allow the Home Office to require tech companies to seek approval before making updates to their software that limit government surveillance capabilities.

Key GOP Lawmaker Calls for Renewal of Surveillance Tool as He Proposes Changes to Protect Privacy

Rep. Mike Turner is calling for the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows spy agencies to collect emails and other communications.
Turner proposed changes to safeguard privacy, including stricter penalties for abuses and tighter restrictions on politically sensitive queries.
There is a scramble in Congress and the White House to pass legislation renewing Section 702 before it expires at the end of the year.

Apple admits to secretly giving governments push notification data

Apple and Google smartphones have been secretly tracked by governments through app activity.
Push notifications on these smartphones can be used to track various app activities.
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Predator spyware is back with dangerous new features

Predator spyware has re-emerged with upgrades, complicating tracking efforts and making cyber defenses more crucial.

Why Did Trump Change His Mind on Bitcoin?

The Republican Party now supports promoting innovation in the US digital assets industry and protecting the rights of bitcoin holders.

Spain: Court reopens investigation in Pegasus spying scandal DW 04/23/2024

Spain and France collaborate on investigating Pegasus spyware usage on politicians, implicating NSO Group and leading to political turmoil.
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Bad Amendments to Section 702 Have Failed (For Now)-What Happens Next?

The House of Representatives rejected consideration of expanding Section 702 surveillance.
EFF and lawmakers are pushing for serious reforms to Section 702 rather than reauthorization.

US companies are sellling your personal data - to the government!

Government data collection from data brokers poses threat to civil liberties
Lack of regulations on data collection compromises the social contract in the U.S.

The US House voted to vastly expand government surveillance. The Senate must stop it | Caitlin Vogus

The reauthorization of Section 702 of FISA by the US House of Representatives without meaningful reforms, expanding surveillance authority, raises concerns over warrantless spying on Americans.

ACLU suspects warrantless surveillance in neo-Nazi's prosecution

The ACLU is assisting the defense of a neo-Nazi accused of plotting to sabotage Baltimore's electrical grid, focusing on challenging government surveillance practices.

Bad Amendments to Section 702 Have Failed (For Now)-What Happens Next?

The House of Representatives rejected consideration of expanding Section 702 surveillance.
EFF and lawmakers are pushing for serious reforms to Section 702 rather than reauthorization.

US companies are sellling your personal data - to the government!

Government data collection from data brokers poses threat to civil liberties
Lack of regulations on data collection compromises the social contract in the U.S.

The US House voted to vastly expand government surveillance. The Senate must stop it | Caitlin Vogus

The reauthorization of Section 702 of FISA by the US House of Representatives without meaningful reforms, expanding surveillance authority, raises concerns over warrantless spying on Americans.

ACLU suspects warrantless surveillance in neo-Nazi's prosecution

The ACLU is assisting the defense of a neo-Nazi accused of plotting to sabotage Baltimore's electrical grid, focusing on challenging government surveillance practices.
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Congress temporarily extends key government surveillance programs to April

Lawmakers have delayed the debate on the renewal of a controversial government surveillance program until the new year.
The program will remain intact without changes until April 19 to prevent its expiration by the end of this year.

Edward Snowden Is Among Those Sounding the Alarm Over Spying Expansion

The U.S. House approved a major expansion of mass surveillance, raising concerns among privacy advocates, including Edward Snowden.

Congress temporarily extends key government surveillance programs to April

Lawmakers have delayed the debate on the renewal of a controversial government surveillance program until the new year.
The program will remain intact without changes until April 19 to prevent its expiration by the end of this year.

Edward Snowden Is Among Those Sounding the Alarm Over Spying Expansion

The U.S. House approved a major expansion of mass surveillance, raising concerns among privacy advocates, including Edward Snowden.
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Government spyware is another reason to use an ad blocker | TechCrunch

Ad blockers are being used as a defense against spyware as spyware makers weaponize online ads for surveillance.

Counter-eavesdropping agency unlawfully used surveillance powers to identify journalist's source | Computer Weekly

Government agency unlawfully used surveillance powers to identify journalist's source
Failures in acquiring communications data discovered in UK National Authority for Counter-Eavesdropping
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Celebrating 15 Years of Surveillance Self-Defense

SSD has grown significantly in content and readership over the last decade, inspiring other similar guides.
SSD was initially created to educate about protecting private data from government surveillance, evolving with the changing landscape.

Social media monitoring in the UK: the invisible surveillance tool increasingly deployed by government

Social media monitoring by governments and companies is prevalent and largely unregulated, necessitating change to protect privacy.

Celebrating 15 Years of Surveillance Self-Defense

SSD has grown significantly in content and readership over the last decade, inspiring other similar guides.
SSD was initially created to educate about protecting private data from government surveillance, evolving with the changing landscape.

Social media monitoring in the UK: the invisible surveillance tool increasingly deployed by government

Social media monitoring by governments and companies is prevalent and largely unregulated, necessitating change to protect privacy.
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The Pentagon Tried to Hide That It Bought Americans' Data Without a Warrant

US officials have been concealing arrangements between spy agencies and private companies for tracking Americans' whereabouts via cellphones.
Police and intelligence agencies pay companies for location data, bypassing the need for a warrant.

North Korea's AI development raises concerns, report says

North Korea is developing artificial intelligence and machine learning for various purposes, including responding to COVID-19, safeguarding nuclear reactors, and government surveillance.
International sanctions may have hindered North Korea's access to AI hardware, but they are still pursuing the latest technology and collaborating with foreign scholars.
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In Landmark Battle Over Free Speech, EFF Urges Supreme Court to Strike Down Texas and Florida Laws that Let States Dictate What Speech Social Media Sites Must Publish

The Electronic Frontier Foundation argues that a 1998 federal law criminalizing access to digital works for lawful purposes is unenforceable and violates the First Amendment.
The EFF is urging the Supreme Court to reverse a ruling that allows the Justice Department to censor a platform's ability to publish information about government data requests.

House Judiciary Committee demands warrant, other safeguards on feds' FISA spy powers

The House Judiciary Committee released new legislation to overhaul the government's electronic spying law, proposing new limits on who can access communications.
The bill would require a warrant if the FBI wants to use an American's identity for a search of the data.

In Landmark Battle Over Free Speech, EFF Urges Supreme Court to Strike Down Texas and Florida Laws that Let States Dictate What Speech Social Media Sites Must Publish

The Electronic Frontier Foundation argues that a 1998 federal law criminalizing access to digital works for lawful purposes is unenforceable and violates the First Amendment.
The EFF is urging the Supreme Court to reverse a ruling that allows the Justice Department to censor a platform's ability to publish information about government data requests.

House Judiciary Committee demands warrant, other safeguards on feds' FISA spy powers

The House Judiciary Committee released new legislation to overhaul the government's electronic spying law, proposing new limits on who can access communications.
The bill would require a warrant if the FBI wants to use an American's identity for a search of the data.
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Foreign governments use push notifications for surveillance

Government agencies in unspecified countries have compelled Apple and Google to hand over push notification data.
US Senator Ron Wyden is urging the Department of Justice to revise its rules to allow Apple and Google to reveal demands for push notification records.

The Intelligence Committees' Proposals for a 702 Reauthorization Bill are Beyond Bad

Both congressional intelligence committees have released proposals for reauthorizing Section 702 spying powers, largely unchanged despite repeated abuse.
The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) released a report calling for reauthorization of Section 702, justifying the program with old justifications and referencing threats like ISIS and terrorism.

Foreign governments use push notifications for surveillance

Government agencies in unspecified countries have compelled Apple and Google to hand over push notification data.
US Senator Ron Wyden is urging the Department of Justice to revise its rules to allow Apple and Google to reveal demands for push notification records.

The Intelligence Committees' Proposals for a 702 Reauthorization Bill are Beyond Bad

Both congressional intelligence committees have released proposals for reauthorizing Section 702 spying powers, largely unchanged despite repeated abuse.
The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) released a report calling for reauthorization of Section 702, justifying the program with old justifications and referencing threats like ISIS and terrorism.
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Apple Just Confirmed Governments Are Spying on People's Phones With Push Notifications

Governments are spying on U.S. smartphone users through push notifications received from apps.
Apple confirmed that the federal government prohibited them from sharing information about this practice.

Apple and Google are probably spying on your push notifications

Foreign governments can request push notification data from Apple and Google
Apple claims it was prohibited by the federal government from sharing this information
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