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Report Details How Routine Activities Feed US Government Surveillance Databases

A report examines how everyday actions—sending money transfers, driving past license plate readers, or simply carrying a cellphone—can generate data that ends up in government and law enforcement surveillance systems. The report notes that individuals are often unaware their information has been collected or shared across these databases.

Citizen Lab criticizes US government and tech leaders over surveillance efforts

Ron Deibert of Citizen Lab has accused the US government of advancing widespread surveillance initiatives. He also criticized some technology executives for their willingness to support these efforts. The remarks highlight concerns over privacy and government overreach in digital spaces.