Surveillance

Iran Amplifies Digital Surveillance Tactics to Enforce Hijab Laws, UN Report Unveils Amid Growing Domestic Dissent

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GENEVA — Iran is increasingly utilizing sophisticated surveillance technologies including drones, facial recognition, and citizen-reporting apps to enforce its strict hijab laws, a concerning trend outlined in a recent United Nations report unveiled on Friday. The comprehensive investigation led by the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran illuminated severe violations of human rights, particularly following the uproar over the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in police custody in September 2022. Amini, detained for allegedly breaching the nation’s hijab mandates by the morality police, became a catalyst for one of the most substantial anti-government uprisings since … Read more

Rising Above Privacy Concerns: The Push for Stronger Laws on Drone Surveillance

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Norfolk, VA – In an era where technology continually reshapes boundaries between public and private life, drones or unmanned aerial vehicles have brought forth a new set of challenges in surveillance and privacy protection. The increasing ubiquity of drones, not only for recreational use but also for commercial and governmental purposes, has ushered in a growing need to safeguard citizens from potentially invasive surveillance practices. Drones possess the capability to undertake extensive surveillance operations, which can include capturing high-resolution images and videos, oftentimes unbeknownst to individuals. This capability raises significant concerns over privacy rights, prompting … Read more

Apple Accused of Covert Surveillance on Its Employees in Recent Lawsuit

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Cupertino, California — Tech giant Apple Inc. finds itself at the center of a legal controversy, accused of monitoring its employees’ private messages. Launched by several former employees, the lawsuit claims that Apple breached their privacy by allegedly spying on confidential communications on company-managed devices. According to legal filings, the complaint targets Apple’s management practices, highlighting allegations of privacy invasion. The plaintiffs argue that Apple’s actions were a serious breach of trust and privacy, citing violations that may include reviewing personal text messages and emails exchanged through company devices. The lawsuit serves as a prominent … Read more

Former New Jersey Tree Board Supervisor Sues Agency Over Secret Surveillance and Workplace Discrimination

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Jackson Township, New Jersey — Amanda Glenn, a former program manager with the New Jersey Board of Tree Experts, has filed legal action against her former employer, citing severe privacy violations stemming from unauthorized surveillance. The lawsuit unfolded after Glenn discovered a concealed camera aimed specifically at her workstation, an action she claims was both unconsented and illegal under state law. The incident reportedly began in October 2023 when a colleague alerted Glenn to a hidden Ring camera, cleverly disguised with tape and initially placed behind a computer. It was later repositioned atop a cabinet, … Read more