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Policy & Law

The Shadows of Surveillance: CBP's Ad-Data Phone Tracking and Ring's Privacy Battle

CBP has been exposed for purchasing commercial advertising data to track phone locations, effectively bypassing Fourth Amendment warrant requirements. Meanwhile, Ring faces backlash over facial recognition, and global state actors are increasingly hijacking consumer cameras for espionage. Legislators are now racing to pass the 'Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act' to close these surveillance loopholes.

Jessy·Mar 9, 2026

Policy & Law

Expanding Surveillance: CBP Exposed for Using Ad-Tech Data to Track Locations and Facial Recognition Deals

Wired reveals that CBP is buying commercial ad-tech data to track mobile phones and partnering with Clearview AI for tactical facial recognition. This practice bypasses warrant requirements and raises Fourth Amendment concerns. Meanwhile, hacked consumer security cameras in conflict zones like Ukraine highlight the growing risks of IoT-based surveillance.

Jessy·Mar 8, 2026

Policy & Law

The Great AI Schism: Anthropic’s Break with the Pentagon Over Safety and Surveillance

The Pentagon has designated Anthropic as a supply-chain risk following the collapse of a $200 million contract. The dispute arose over Anthropic's refusal to grant the military unrestricted control over its AI models for use in autonomous weaponry and domestic surveillance, sparking a major debate on AI ethics and national security.

Jessy·Mar 7, 2026

Spotlight

Stealth in the Spotlight: The Consumer-Led Revolt Against Always-On Smart Glasses

As smart glasses become widespread, a new app called "Nearby Glasses" has gone viral for its ability to detect nearby recording devices. This consumer-led anti-surveillance movement reflects collective anxiety over eroding privacy and is driving growth in the privacy protection tool market.

Kenji·Mar 3, 2026