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U.S. towns and agencies reconsider surveillance and privacy concerns amid increasing tracking technology

Liberal towns in the US are reconsidering the use of Flock Safety license plate readers due to privacy concerns and fears of federal overreach, especially amid increased immigration enforcement and Trump's administration policies. Several cities have paused or terminated their contracts with Flock, citing issues with data sharing and trust, highlighting the tension between public safety and individual privacy rights.

1 month ago•Source: Politico

U.S. Immigration Agency Reinstates Spyware Contract Amid Privacy Concerns

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4.995 min•3 months ago

U.S. Immigration Agency Reinstates Spyware Contract Amid Privacy Concerns

404 Media is suing ICE to force the agency to disclose details of a $2 million contract with spyware company Paragon, which can remotely access messaging apps on phones. The contract, reactivated after a White House freeze, raises concerns about civil rights abuses amid ICE's controversial immigration enforcement practices. Paragon's technology has been linked to government surveillance in multiple countries and has been used to target journalists and activists, prompting fears about its potential misuse in the U.S.

via 404 Media