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fromWIRED
2 days ago

What Does Palantir Actually Do?

Many people mistakenly perceive Palantir as a data broker or miner, working with government agencies, whereas, in reality, it does neither of these things.
Privacy technologies
#artificial-intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Watching the watchers: Is the Technical Advisory Panel a match for MI5, MI6 and GCHQ? | Computer Weekly

The Technical Advisory Panel aims to ensure trust in surveillance technology through expert advice.
fromMedium
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

The Strategic Imperative of AI in Defense

Artificial intelligence is reshaping modern military operations by enhancing decision-making and deploying autonomous systems.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Watching the watchers: Is the Technical Advisory Panel a match for MI5, MI6 and GCHQ? | Computer Weekly

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Revealed: oligarchs spied on UK lawyers who ran Serious Fraud Office cases

Oligarchs under investigation by the Serious Fraud Office conducted surveillance on former prosecutors to gather information and weaken the agency's case.
fromFlowingData
4 days ago

Lowe's and Home Depot are sharing customer data with law enforcement

Popular home improvement stores are using Flock cameras to collect license plate data, raising concerns about customer safety and data sharing.
fromBitcoin Magazine
4 days ago

Know-Your-Customer: The Quiet Kill Switch

KYC regulations transform cryptocurrency transactions into traceable activities, compromising user autonomy and enabling surveillance.
#facial-recognition
fromsilive
5 days ago

'We have cameras, and still...': Homeowner decries package thefts on Staten Island

A Staten Island resident reported a theft video showing a porch pirate stealing a package from his home.
fromwww.levernews.com
5 days ago

Airlines Are Using AI to Set Personalized, Jacked-Up Prices

Many airlines, led by Delta, are working with AI consulting companies that boast of their hyper-personalized price setting, laying the groundwork for economy-wide surveillance pricing.
Privacy technologies
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK's surveillance flights over Gaza raise questions on help for Israeli military

Britain conducts surveillance flights over Gaza to locate hostages held by Hamas, utilizing the RAF and US contractor Sierra Nevada Corporation.
#privacy-rights
#privacy
US news
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Can you ever expect privacy in public? Coldplay kiss camera saga tells us a lot about the answer.

The KissCam incident at a Coldplay concert led to viral internet memes and significant scrutiny of corporate leadership ethics.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
3 weeks ago

UK could be forced to step back on data surveillance demands

Vice President J.D. Vance criticizes the UK's actions as threatening free speech and democracy amid US concerns over privacy violations.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Can you ever expect privacy in public? Coldplay kiss camera saga tells us a lot about the answer.

fromPrivacy International
5 days ago
Privacy professionals

Why Privacy Matters to Workers

Surveillance in workplaces threatens workers' dignity, autonomy, and rights, affecting both remote and gig workers significantly.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Microsoft cloud used in Israeli mass surveillance of Palestinians: Report

The surveillance system, operational since 2022, was built by Unit 8200, the Israeli military's secretive intelligence branch, enabling collection of millions of daily phone calls.
Privacy professionals
Privacy professionals
fromHackernoon
3 weeks ago

Protocol That Leaks Your Every Move: A Guide to DNS Privacy | HackerNoon

DNS compromises online privacy due to its plaintext transmission, allowing ISPs and third parties to intercept user queries easily.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

A million calls an hour': Israel relying on Microsoft cloud for expansive surveillance of Palestinians

Microsoft Azure collaborates with Israel's Unit 8200 to store extensive surveillance data on Palestinian communications.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Kremlin's Most Devious Hacking Group Is Using Russian ISPs to Plant Spyware

Turla, linked to Russia's FSB, utilizes state access to ISPs for advanced spyware installation, targeting foreign embassy personnel in Moscow.
Film
fromVulture
1 week ago

Ice Cube's War of the Worlds Is Too Crazy for This Planet

Surveillance technology is portrayed as a means for emotional connection in a father-child relationship.
fromZDNET
1 week ago

Knowing these 7 rules helped me optimize my home security camera for the best footage

Security cameras are becoming more popular and affordable, and their effectiveness can be enhanced by mindful placement, avoiding obstructions like trees or furniture.
Privacy technologies
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK academics studying topics sensitive to China face harassment, survey finds

Academics and students of Chinese studies in Britain face harassment, surveillance, and pressure to self-censor due to financial ties with China.
fromwww.sbsun.com
2 weeks ago

$100,000 reward offered after $1 million jewelry burglary at California warehouse

A burglar was captured on surveillance video exiting a van after breaking into the Riko Zakka warehouse on Jersey Boulevard, stealing over $1 million in merchandise.
California
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Joe Brolly: Even David Clifford can't stem the Donegal tide as Jim McGuinness makes plot to limit Kerry's talisman

Jimmy McGuinness will develop strategies to limit Kerry's key players.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Inside NATO's 'eyes in the sky' watching Russian moves from 30,000 feet

NATO AWACS E-3A Sentry monitors air and maritime activity over Eastern Europe, providing critical situational awareness and surveillance support for military operations.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What is the Nipah virus and is it spreading in southern India?

The Nipah virus is a highly pathogenic zoonotic virus causing death in 40 to 75 percent of human infected cases, first confirmed in a 52-year-old man in Kerala.
Public health
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Delta's AI spying to "jack up" prices must be banned, lawmakers say

There is no fare product Delta has ever used, is testing or plans to use that targets customers with individualized offers based on personal information or otherwise.
E-Commerce
fromQNS
2 weeks ago

Burglar steals nearly $500K in cash and property from Fresh Meadows home: NYPD - QNS

The NYPD is searching for a burglar who stole nearly $500,000 in cash and property from a Fresh Meadows home.
Social justice
fromHigh Country News
2 weeks ago

Law enforcement surveilled Nevada lithium mine protesters, according to records - High Country News

FBI and law enforcement agencies have been surveilling Indigenous activists opposing mining developments, treating them as potential threats.
#location-sharing
New York City
fromQNS
2 weeks ago

Suspect wanted for Sunnyside bank robbery: NYPD - QNS

Police are searching for a suspect who robbed a Sunnyside bank, stealing $37 in daylight.
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

I found a video doorbell that records in 2K - and it comes with zero monthly fees

Video doorbells offer easy installation, surveillance capabilities, and options without monthly fees, making them ideal for smart home beginners.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

What the Coldplay concert saga tells us about our privacy

A couple captured on KissCam at a Coldplay concert sparked global attention, leading to discussions on privacy, ethics, and corporate accountability.
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

WhoFi: Unique 'fingerprint' based on Wi-Fi interactions

Researchers developed a biometric identifier using Wi-Fi signals to re-identify people based on how their bodies affect signal propagation.
US politics
fromHell Gate
3 weeks ago

The Adams Administration Is Now on the Citizen App

New York City's partnership with the Citizen app intensifies the perception of danger by broadcasting real-time alerts about crime and emergencies.
#cybersecurity
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Serial spyware founder Scott Zuckerman wants the FTC to unban him from the surveillance industry | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A surveillance vendor was caught exploiting a new SS7 attack to track people's phone locations | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Serial spyware founder Scott Zuckerman wants the FTC to unban him from the surveillance industry | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A surveillance vendor was caught exploiting a new SS7 attack to track people's phone locations | TechCrunch

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 weeks ago

When Your Power Meter Becomes a Tool of Mass Surveillance

Sacramento's power company has engaged in illegal surveillance by using smart meter data to target households with high energy usage.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Canada's deportation of alleged Mafia boss hinges on foreign eavesdropping | CBC News

The deportation case of Vincenzo DeMaria raises issues about foreign surveillance rights in Canada.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Coldplay kiss-cam shows our surveillance society

Public surveillance and social media enable society to self-police, exposing personal transgressions without the need for a dystopian surveillance state.
fromHackernoon
5 months ago

One Identity Everywhere: Why Digital Identity Is the Missing Infrastructure Layer in Tech | HackerNoon

The current identity ecosystem online is fragile and fragmented, leading to duplicated and error-prone age and identity checks across different platforms.
Privacy professionals
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 weeks ago

A Surveillance Startup in Damage Control | EFFector 37.8

EFF's recent investigation reveals serious concerns regarding AI-generated police reports, highlighting the need for careful scrutiny and regulation in the implementation of AI in law enforcement.
Privacy professionals
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Nearly 3 Minutes Cut From Jeffrey Epstein Prison Video Released by Trump Administration: Report

Nearly three minutes of footage were cut from Epstein's surveillance video, raising new questions about the circumstances of his death.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

Did OPD provide ICE with surveillance camera data?

Oakland Police Department denies sharing surveillance data with federal agencies despite reports of over 200 searches conducted by local police departments.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 weeks ago

Blur security camera concept is more aesthetic than intrusive - Yanko Design

Hanwool Park's design transforms traditional security cameras into elegant, sculptural objects with a spherical glass housing, challenging perceptions of monitoring devices.
Design
#home-security
fromHackernoon
5 years ago
Privacy professionals

In This LA Neighborhood, Residents Are Turning to Doorbell Cameras Instead of Calling the Cops | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
5 years ago
Privacy professionals

In This LA Neighborhood, Residents Are Turning to Doorbell Cameras Instead of Calling the Cops | HackerNoon

#drones
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Europe politics

The West's drone tech risks becoming irrelevant if it's not tested daily on the Ukrainian battlefield, defense exec says

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Europe politics

The West's drone tech risks becoming irrelevant if it's not tested daily on the Ukrainian battlefield, defense exec says

fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Will face recognition cameras keep Croydon safer?

Surveillance measures including live facial recognition are being implemented in Croydon to combat rising crime, raising privacy concerns among residents.
#ice
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Metadata Shows the FBI's 'Raw' Jeffrey Epstein Prison Video Was Likely Modified

Surveillance footage released by the DOJ raises further conspiracy theories regarding Jeffrey Epstein's death instead of dispelling them.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Skateboards and Livestreams: DHS Tells Police That Common Protest Activities Are 'Violent Tactics'

DHS's risk-based approach reflects a broader shift in US law enforcement shaped by post-9/11 security priorities-one that elevates perceived intent over demonstrable wrongdoing.
US politics
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
1 month ago

US Campuses Have Become the Newest Laboratories for Surveillance Technology

University of Michigan paid $800,000 for surveillance of pro-Palestinian activists through a private security company.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The wild plots of Iranian dissident hunters

Mohammad Rezaie, a former Iranian naval officer, fled to Turkey to escape deployment in Syria but continues to live under threat from the regime.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Secret Service Tailed James Comey in Unmarked Cars After Post On Trump: Report

Law enforcement officers were ordered to track James Comey following his social media post, which formed the anti-Trump slogan 86 47, raising concerns of threats against Trump.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

BMW secretly followed, filmed and then sacked worker over injury claim

A disabled worker was unfairly dismissed after covert surveillance, leading to a tribunal ruling against his employer for discrimination.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Germany says a Chinese warship used a laser against one of its surveillance aircraft over the Red Sea. It's pulled this dangerous move before.

A Chinese warship directed a laser at a German surveillance aircraft above the Red Sea, endangering personnel.
Social justice
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Tech firms complicit in 'economy of genocide', says UN rapporteur | Computer Weekly

Technology firms are implicated in Israel's actions against Palestinians, necessitating cessation of involvement.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Regulating AI Isn't Enough. Let's Dismantle the Logic That Put It in Schools.

Federal education policy is pushing for AI-driven teaching methods, raising concerns over the replacement of emotional and intellectual teaching strategies.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Military experts weigh in on China's new mosquito-like spy drone

As a drone to surveil buildings, especially on the inside, I can imagine it being quite useful for video feeds," Herb Lin said.
Science
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'Love Island USA' proves we're used to being watched

Contestants prioritize perception over genuine connections in 'Love Island USA', revealing the impact of social media and surveillance on relationships.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Flatbush Nail Salon Gunpoint Robbery Caught on Camera

A man robbed Z & H Five Star Salon at gunpoint, stealing cash and jewelry.
Artificial intelligence
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

40Mustaquel's future-facing publications are "skeptical of design boundaries"

40Mustaqel critically examines time and its impact on the perception of Palestinian existence through art and publication.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Drug cartel hacked FBI official's phone to track and kill informants, report says

The Sinaloa cartel hacked an FBI official's phone to intimidate witnesses.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Peter Thiel's Palantir poses a grave threat to Americans | Robert Reich

Palantir Technologies intersects military, AI, and personal data surveillance, raising concerns about privacy and political manipulation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Revealed: spies for hire used Big Brother' tactics on salmon farm activists

This could happen to anyone. It might be happening to you and your family right now. Military types following you around with no purpose other than spying on you to try to find something in your private life that might be useful to whomever pays them.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Is surveillance by private operators legal in the UK?

Private surveillance operates legally in a grey area without specific regulations, which raises ethical concerns.
#theft
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Anti-ICE protesters crash Palantir's Bay Area office

Palantir is the most dangerous company that you might never have heard of, according to Katie Na, emphasizing its role in authoritarianism and mass surveillance.
Social justice
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Surveillance-linked computer vision patents jump 5

Through an analysis of computer-vision research papers and citing patents, we found that most of these documents enable the targeting of human bodies and body parts.
Artificial intelligence
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Advanced Outdoor Security: IMILAB EC6 Dual 2K Spotlight Camera | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

IMILAB EC6 Dual 2K Camera balances comprehensive outdoor surveillance with smart features and ease of use.
Privacy technologies
fromNature
1 month ago

Is AI powering Big Brother? Surveillance research is on the rise

AI research in computer vision is primarily used for surveillance purposes, raising ethical concerns.
The study emphasizes the need to protect civil liberties in the face of advancing technology.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Judge denies creating "mass surveillance program" harming all ChatGPT users

The discovery order raises significant concerns about user privacy and corporate surveillance related to AI chatbots.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

EXPLAINED: The extensive new powers to be given to Berlin police

Berlin police are gaining extensive new surveillance and communication monitoring powers to combat organized crime and improve victim protection.
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