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frontline.thehindu.com • Politics • India
Indian universities, once bastions of dissent, now face increasing surveillance and censorship, stifling academic freedom and creating a climate of fear among students and faculty.
off-guardian.org • Politics • World
This article summarizes global political and social events, highlighting concerns about increasing authoritarianism, technological surveillance, and shifting societal norms.
smh.com.au • Technology • World
Thales Australia's new semi-autonomous sonar system, Blue Sentry, successfully detected various maritime threats during US Navy trials, enhancing coastal surveillance capabilities for AUKUS partners.
proquest.com • Politics • United States
The FBI's COINTELPRO program engaged in unconstitutional and illegal repression of political groups and individuals.
nybooks.com • Politics • USA
This article examines the extensive history of domestic surveillance and lawbreaking by US intelligence agencies, revealing a pattern of thought control and second-class citizenship for ideological suspects.
epochtimes.com • Politics • World
Six nations warn of Chinese spyware apps targeting Taiwanese independence supporters, Tibetan activists, and Falun Gong practitioners.
irishtimes.com • Politics • Ireland
A Russian intelligence ship, the Viktor Leonov, is being tracked in Irish waters, ignoring communication attempts from the Irish Naval Service, raising concerns about potential surveillance of subsea infrastructure.
elpais.com • Technology • Spain
A new Spanish AI law faces criticism for its weak sanctions against public sector misuse of AI technologies, raising concerns about accountability and citizen rights.
wired.com • Surveillance • World
Researchers have uncovered and decoded the mobile phone surveillance tools used by over 60 governments globally, revealing the extensive capabilities of these tools to record and steal data.
manoramaonline.com • Politics • World
The European Commission is providing burner phones to its employees traveling to the US due to concerns about potential surveillance and espionage.
404media.co • Immigration • United States
A powerful ICE database, ICM, allows the federal government to search for and filter people using hundreds of highly specific categories, raising concerns about its potential use in identifying and deporting individuals for minor infractions.
epochtimes.com • Politics • UK
British media reports reveal escalating Chinese espionage activities in London, including the alleged use of listening devices to eavesdrop on British political figures.
theguardian.com • Crime • UK
The UK government is developing a controversial "murder prediction" tool using personal data to identify individuals most likely to commit homicide, raising concerns about algorithmic bias and privacy.
wired.com • Technology • World
This article provides crucial advice on how to protect your digital privacy while participating in protests, highlighting the risks of surveillance and offering practical solutions for safeguarding personal information.
demorgen.be • Education • Belgium
Concerns are rising in Belgium regarding the use of monitoring software in schools, prompting investigations into student privacy and data protection.
elpais.com • Technology • World
A $29.8 million contract between US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Palantir to develop a surveillance program for tracking immigrants has sparked human rights concerns.
irishtimes.com • Politics • Ireland
A seemingly innocuous Chinese community center in Dublin concealed a complex web of influence and potential human rights abuses, revealing the extent of the Chinese Communist Party's global reach.
tdg.ch • Politics • Switzerland
Genevan lawyers denounce a new police scandal involving alleged abuses of power and excessive surveillance of political activists.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
The Chilean government awaits clarification from the Attorney General regarding alleged attempts to wiretap President Boric's phone in relation to the ProCultura case.
theguardian.com • Politics • UK
A report accuses a UK government unit of obstructing public access to information through an 'Orwellian' process that vets responses to freedom of information requests.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panama's Ministry of Government awarded a controversial $37 million contract to Sprintico Corp., a company with ties to individuals linked to the Pegasus spyware network, raising concerns about transparency and potential corruption.
theverge.com • Politics • USA
The article discusses the alarming convergence of AI-powered therapy tools and increased government surveillance in the US, posing significant privacy risks for users.
slate.com • Technology • World
The article discusses how anti-ICE apps are helping immigrants avoid deportation by providing real-time warnings about ICE agents' locations.
epochtimes.com • Politics • China
The Chinese Communist Party's increasingly overt control over Chinese students studying abroad, particularly those on government-sponsored programs, is detailed, highlighting surveillance methods and ideological indoctrination.
theatlantic.com • Privacy • World
This article explores the extreme measures taken by privacy experts and their clients to disappear from public view and evade surveillance in an increasingly digital world.
theage.com.au • Crime • Australia
This article recounts the daring and often humorous exploits of a specialized Australian police surveillance unit known as "The Dogs," detailing their successful apprehension of various criminals through innovative and sometimes unconventional methods.
404media.co • Law • USA
A Texas sheriff used a nationwide license plate reader network to locate a woman who self-administered an abortion, sparking concerns about privacy and cross-state legal jurisdiction.
chiemgau24.de • Technology • Germany
A German water park is installing a new AI-powered camera system to improve water safety and help lifeguards prevent drownings.
thetimes.com • Espionage • World
The article explores the shadowy world of corporate espionage, detailing allegations of harassment and illegal surveillance against Boohoo executives, prompting calls for stricter regulation of private investigators.
ilmanifesto.it • Politics • Italy
An undercover police officer from Italy's anti-terrorism unit infiltrated the Potere al Popolo political party for ten months, raising concerns about the nature and legality of the operation.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
The Trump administration ended the controversial 'Quiet Skies' traveler surveillance program, citing its failure to prevent terrorist attacks and allegations of misuse for political targeting.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
The Trump administration's use of Palantir's data analysis technology raises concerns about potential mass surveillance of Americans.
elpais.com • Politics • USA
The Trump administration's aggressive use of AI-powered surveillance technologies is creating a massive tech-surveillance state in the US, disproportionately affecting immigrants and marginalized communities.
napoli.corriere.it • Crime • Italy
The arrest of Salvatore Sannino for the murder of Nicola Mirti on a beach in Varcaturo, Italy, has been confirmed, with CCTV footage playing a key role in the investigation.
theatlantic.com • Politics • USA
FBI Director Kash Patel and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's actions, characterized by McCarthyist loyalty checks and unwarranted surveillance, prioritize internal investigations over national security threats.
harpers.org • Technology • World
This article explores the author's experiences with facial recognition technology, contrasting its impersonal, data-driven approach with the complex social dynamics of human facial expressions and the implications for privacy and control.
irishtimes.com • Politics • Ireland
Ireland's military intelligence service, IMIS, is undergoing a major overhaul, seeking expanded surveillance powers and a new headquarters while facing limitations in current legislation.
theglobeandmail.com • Politics • Canada
The article details the secret surveillance and online harassment campaign targeting Globe and Mail reporter Carrie Tait, prompting calls for a full investigation into the matter.
washingtonpost.com • Technology • World
New technology promises to help law enforcement quickly identify child sexual abuse material, but raises concerns about potential misuse and privacy violations.
afr.com • Politics • Australia
Proposed NSW legislation includes regulations on AI monitoring in workplaces, granting unions access to inspect employer AI systems to prevent unreasonable performance tracking, surprising businesses who were not consulted.
parool.nl • Politics • Netherlands
Concerns are rising in the Netherlands regarding the broad powers and lack of oversight of the police's intelligence service, the Tooi, leading to criticisms about its operations and potential infringement on civil liberties.