License Plate Readers Are Creating a US-Wide Database of More Than Just Cars License plate readers (LPRs) have become an increasingly common technology employed by law enforcement agencies across the United States. Originally designed to track and identify vehicles for the purpose of locating stolen cars or vehicles associated with criminal activity, LPRs have evolved… Continue reading License Plate Readers Are Creating a US-Wide Database of More Than Just Cars
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‘Terrorgram’ Charges Show US Has Had Tools to Crack Down on Far-Right Terrorism All Along
‘Terrorgram’ Charges Show US Has Had Tools to Crack Down on Far-Right Terrorism All Along The recent arrest of six men associated with a neo-Nazi group called ”Terrorgram” has shed light on the capability of the United States to effectively tackle far-right terrorism. The charges filed against these individuals for planning various acts of violence… Continue reading ‘Terrorgram’ Charges Show US Has Had Tools to Crack Down on Far-Right Terrorism All Along
We Hunted Hidden Police Signals at the DNC
Title: “We Hunted Hidden Police Signals at the DNC” Introduction: In the era of digital communication, activists and concerned citizens alike are becoming increasingly aware of the use of police surveillance tactics during public demonstrations and gatherings. The Democratic National Convention (DNC) is no exception. In an effort to expose and critique these hidden signals,… Continue reading We Hunted Hidden Police Signals at the DNC
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Charged Over Alleged Criminal Activity on the App
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Charged Over Alleged Criminal Activity on the App Pavel Durov, the founder of popular messaging app Telegram, has recently found himself facing serious charges of alleged criminal activity on his platform. This development has raised concerns about the app’s ability to prevent illegal activities and maintain user privacy. Telegram, launched in… Continue reading Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Charged Over Alleged Criminal Activity on the App
Geofence Warrants Ruled Unconstitutional—but That’s Not the End of It
Geofence Warrants Ruled Unconstitutional—but That’s Not the End of It In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has recently ruled that geofence warrants are unconstitutional, marking a significant victory for privacy advocates and sparking a necessary debate on the boundaries of law enforcement in the digital age. Geofence warrants, also known as reverse-location or reverse-search… Continue reading Geofence Warrants Ruled Unconstitutional—but That’s Not the End of It
All hail the new EU law that lets social media users quiet quit the algorithm
The European Union has just passed a new law that is receiving widespread applause from social media users around the world. The new law permits all EU citizens to opt out of the social media algorithms, overturning the long-standing norm that users must accept the algorithmic product created by social media companies. Social media algorithms… Continue reading All hail the new EU law that lets social media users quiet quit the algorithm
New Law Forces Parents to Share Cash With Their ‘Kidfluencers’
Parents of kid influencers are facing a new law forcing them to share the income that their children make with them. Any time an influencer under the age of 18 makes money online, the parent or legal guardian must give the minor a portion of the proceeds. Kid influencers are becoming more popular each year.… Continue reading New Law Forces Parents to Share Cash With Their ‘Kidfluencers’
Saudi Arabia Passes Law Requiring USB-C Charging on New iPhones, Androids, and Laptops
With the rapid advancements in technology over the past few years, it was only a matter of time before a major market like Saudi Arabia decided to mandate the use of a specific charging technology in order to keep up. Just recently, the Saudi Arabian government has announced that it would require manufacturers of smartphones,… Continue reading Saudi Arabia Passes Law Requiring USB-C Charging on New iPhones, Androids, and Laptops
Will the Law Commission’s digital assets final report make the UK a DeFi jurisdiction of choice?
The DeFi world is undoubtedly changing the way users interact with financial services. Now, more than ever, the possibilities for novel approaches to financial services and investments are opening up. But with this potential comes risk. That’s why it’s so important that governments step in to create a legal framework for DeFi services. This is… Continue reading Will the Law Commission’s digital assets final report make the UK a DeFi jurisdiction of choice?
Pornhub goes dark in Arkansas after age verification law kicks in
When it comes to streaming adult content, Arkansas residents may have to find another place to get their fill as Pornhub has officially gone dark in the state. This decision comes after the enactment of a new law that requires all online content providers hosting adult material to implement an age verification system to ensure… Continue reading Pornhub goes dark in Arkansas after age verification law kicks in