apple Security Experts Warn Apple's CSAM Scanning Sets Dangerous Precedent Apple plans to scan iCloud Photos for child abuse material using a new NeuralHash system, but cryptography researchers warn the technology could easily be repurposed for mass surveillance.
apple Apple Develops Neural Network Tool to Scan iPhones for Banned Content Apple is preparing to deploy a machine learning system that scans individual iPhones for child abuse material. Critics warn the technology poses a significant risk of mission creep and threatens user privacy.
nso group New Toolkit Helps Detect Pegasus Spyware Targeting Activists Worldwide An international reporting consortium reveals that authoritarian governments use NSO Group's Pegasus spyware to hack thousands of smartphones. Amnesty International releases a new open-source toolkit to help potential victims detect the intrusive surveillance.
nso group Massive Pegasus Spyware Leak Reveals Widespread Targeting of Journalists A leaked list of phone numbers reveals that NSO Group's Pegasus spyware targets journalists and activists globally, contradicting the company's claims of only pursuing criminals. The leak exposes the vast, hidden scope of this invasive surveillance technology.
apple Apple Delays Controversial iCloud Photo CSAM Scanning Features Apple postpones its planned CSAM detection tools for iOS 15 and macOS Monterey following significant privacy concerns from tech groups and users.
apple Apple Faces Backlash Over New On-Device CSAM Scanning System Apple announces a new system to scan iPhones for child sexual abuse material, but security experts worry the technology opens the door to mass surveillance. The scanning occurs directly on the device before photos upload to iCloud.
apple Apple's New On-Device Photo Scanning System Raises Privacy Fears Apple introduces a system to scan for child sexual abuse material on devices before iCloud uploads, but security experts warn it creates a dangerous surveillance precedent. Critics worry the technology ultimately undermines user privacy and device encryption.
apple Apple's Child Safety Tools Spark Severe Privacy and Bias Concerns Apple introduces new features to scan for child sexual abuse material, but privacy advocates warn the technology sets a dangerous precedent. Critics argue the tools risk algorithmic bias and endanger vulnerable LGBTQ youth.
facial recognition Senators Introduce Bill to Ban Government Use of Biometric and Facial Recognition Tech A group of Democratic senators and representatives reintroduces legislation to prohibit federal entities from using facial recognition and other biometric technologies. The bill also blocks federal funding for local law enforcement agencies that utilize these surveillance tools.
facial recognition Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ban Government Facial Recognition A group of senators introduces legislation to ban federal government use of facial recognition and biometric technology. The bill also withholds federal funding from state and local law enforcement agencies that utilize these surveillance tools.
facial recognition Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ban Government Facial Recognition A group of senators introduces legislation to prohibit federal agencies from using facial recognition and other biometric technologies due to severe accuracy and privacy concerns.
eu EU Data Watchdogs Demand Complete Ban on AI Facial Recognition European data protection authorities push for a strict prohibition on artificial intelligence-powered facial recognition in public spaces. The regulators argue the invasive technology poses an unacceptable threat to citizen privacy.
facial recognition Baltimore City Council Advances Temporary Ban on Facial Recognition Baltimore lawmakers push to pause facial recognition technology over privacy and bias concerns. The city joins a growing list of local governments restricting the controversial surveillance tool.
facial recognition Lawmakers Push Bill to Halt Federal Use of Facial Recognition A bipartisan group of lawmakers reintroduces legislation to ban federal agencies from utilizing facial recognition and other biometric technologies. The bill also restricts local governments from using federal funds for biometric surveillance systems.
facial recognition Lawmakers Introduce Bicameral Bill to Ban Government Facial Recognition A group of Democratic lawmakers introduces legislation to prohibit federal government use of facial recognition and other biometric technologies due to systemic racial bias and privacy concerns.