Tag: Government

An illustration of an ostrich burying its little head in the sand.
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How plausible deniability can protect your data
Plausible deniability allows individuals to claim they had no involvement in an action taken by others (or, in some...
A gravestone with "internet Privacy" engraved upon it.
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Is internet privacy a lost cause?
Most people think of privacy as a fundamental right. The right to have a personal conversation without someone listening,...
Online-Spying
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Am I being spied on? Here’s how you might be
Here are the various ways someone might be able to spy on you online.
The New Zealand flag faded in the background with a phone in front of it with a picture of a kiwi bird drawn like a fingerprint.
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Headed to New Zealand? Prepare to unlock your phone at Customs
NOTE: This post was originally published on October 16, 2018 Something fishy’s brewing down under—and it’s not just fish and...
Globe symbol with laurels
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Why encryption is vital in free societies
Encryption protects more than your data and it’s necessary for a free society. Find out why encryption is a human rights issue.
An illustrated man in a trench coat peruses the internet.
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4 ways the CIA can hack you right now
Five years ago, Edward Snowden revealed that the NSA extensively collects information on citizens worldwide. It’s now clear that...
A chain link with a label saying "+ tax"
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EU approves “link tax” and “censorship machines” for a final vote
On Wednesday, the European Union approved its controversial Copyright Directive for a final vote in January 2019. If passed,...
California flag above a red equal sign
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California passes “the strongest net neutrality standards in the nation”
California has just passed net neutrality regulations into state law after bill SB-822 passed both the State Assembly and...
A mobile phone with apps that have dollar signs on them
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Uganda is now taxing its citizens for access to social media
In a blatant attempt to squash free speech and access of information, Uganda now forces its citizens to pay a daily tax to access popular social media platforms.
An outline of California in a golden padlock.
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The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) aims to protect user data....
NOTE: This post was originally published on August 8, 2018 It’s a big bill that’s gotten very little attention. California lawmakers...

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