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Indian Workers Are Resisting Efforts to Train Their AI Robot Replacements
The resistance offers lessons for workers elsewhere to disrupt the relentless onslaught of surveillance capitalism.
The Fight Against Surveillance Cameras Is a Struggle for Democracy
In a growing movement, over 80 communities have canceled, rejected, or deactivated automated license plate readers.
SCOTUS Ruling Could Be Bad News for Flock — But Won’t Stop Mass Surveillance
Organizers across the country are using every tool in their arsenal against Flock surveillance cameras.
AI Is Turbocharging Bosses’ Efforts to Spy on Their Workers
State legislatures are scrambling to combat abuses associated with the rising AI-driven surveillance of workers.
The Nationwide Resistance Against Flock Surveillance Cameras Is Gaining Steam
Since 2021, 82 Flock contracts have been canceled across 28 US states — nearly half of them during this year alone.
FBI Report Describes Graffiti as a Tactic of “Anarchist Violent Extremists”
The report also adds new ambiguous justification for FBI action such as “making claims” against business or governments.
Public Records Show FBI Secretly Extracted Data From ICE Protesters’ Phones
Previously unreported documents reveal “extractions” from at least 13 devices after a protest in Washington last June.
Democratic Colorado Governor Vetoes Historic Surveillance Pricing Bill
Last year, Jared Polis vetoed legislation that would have banned rent-setting algorithms that push up housing costs.
Resistance to Flock Cameras and Police Surveillance Is Exploding
Backlash to Flock cameras and AI systems is exploding after scandals, including police using the tech to stalk women.
Newly Released Footage Highlights ICE’s Use of Facial Recognition Technology
The technology is used on both immigrants and “legal observers, peaceful protestors, and US citizens,” an analyst noted.