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Rapplerpolitics8 hrs ago
European Union Adds VKontakte to Russia Sanctions Over Surveillance App
The European Union on July 13 expanded sanctions against Russia to cover entities tied to cybercrime and human rights violations. VKontakte and two other firms were named for roles in monitoring tools used on Russian devices.
cnbc.comworld1 day ago
Startup Sells Clothing Designed to Disrupt AI Surveillance Cameras
A Leipzig company markets jackets, scarves and phone pouches that use patterns and shielding to interfere with facial recognition and location tracking. Police unions back expanded camera use while a privacy group warns of lost anonymity.
theyeshivaworld.comtechnology2 days ago
U.S. Air Force Awards Nearly $6 Million Contract to Anomaly 6 for Anomalous Health Incidents Support
The contract supports the Anomalous Health Incidents Cross Functional Team through September. Anomaly 6 will supply location intelligence and data visualizations under Project Yellowfin.
France 24ai4 days ago
Sao Paulo Deploys World's Largest City-Run Facial Recognition System for Crime Prevention
Sao Paulo has rolled out Smart Sampa, described as the world's largest city-operated facial recognition system. The program, presented as a crime-fighting measure, faces accusations of racial profiling. Similar technologies operate in India, China, Hong Kong and the United Kingdo…
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slate.comtechnology11 days agoUpdated
Former European lawmaker says phone was hacked with Pegasus while serving on spyware committee
Stelios Kouloglou's phone was compromised at least three times between October 2022 and March 2023. The attacks occurred while he served on the committee examining illegal surveillance tools in the EU.
cnbc.compolitics12 days ago
Researchers report Russian drone flights over European nuclear sites
An 18-month study documented 144 drone incidents near nuclear facilities in four countries. The analysis found no interceptions occurred despite repeated sightings.
TechCrunchtechnology19 days ago
Russian authorities extracted messages from opposition figure's iPhone using Cellebrite device after March 2021 sales cutoff
TechCrunch reported that Russian investigators extracted data from Andrey Pivovarov's iPhone using a Cellebrite device months after the company said it stopped sales to Russian government customers. The extraction occurred after his May 2021 detention. Pivovarov was later release…
manilatimes.netpolitics20 days ago
Section 702 Surveillance Authority Lapses After Senate Fails to Renew It
The foreign surveillance authority expired for the first time in its history when the Senate failed to renew it. President Trump altered the renewal process just as lawmakers neared a resolution.
Fox Newspolitics21 days ago
Democratic Senators Back Renewal of FISA Section 702
Three Democratic senators said Congress should renew the surveillance authority while expressing concerns over the acting director of national intelligence. The provision expired June 12 after Democrats blocked renewal over the acting appointment.
theverge.comtechnology24 days ago
Meta Tests Rank One Face Recognition for Smart Glasses but Deletes Enabling Code from App
Meta is testing face-recognition software from Rank One for potential use in its smart glasses. The company previously removed related code from the glasses app.
Washington Examinerpolitics25 days ago
Trump Halts Nominee for Intelligence Director, Stalling FISA Renewal Talks
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley said Democrats’ refusal to return blue slips for New York judicial and U.S. attorney posts has stalled Jay Clayton’s nomination for director of national intelligence and talks to renew Section 702 surveillance powers.
Washington Examinerpolitics28 days ago
President Trump Urges Congress to Link FISA Extension With Voter ID Bill
President Trump called on Congress over the weekend to pass the SAVE America Act alongside any renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The demand adds a new condition to already stalled negotiations over the surveillance program.
Wiredworld29 days ago
Meta Licensed Rank One Face Recognition for Smart Glasses App but Kept Systems Inactive for Users
A software license shows Meta acquired face recognition and liveness detection from Rank One Computing for testing in its Meta AI app. The systems were removed on June 5 after remaining dormant in a version downloaded to more than 50 million phones.
uctoday.compolitics29 days ago
Trump Says He Will Block FISA Renewal Unless Save America Act Passes Unchanged
President Trump stated he will not back renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act unless the Save America Act is attached in full. He also referred to Democrats as "Dumocrats" and said the surveillance law was used against him during his first term.
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msnbc.comai29 days ago
Russia Temporarily Disconnects AI Surveillance System Protecting Putin After US-Israeli Killing of Iran’s Leader
Russia’s security services shut down parts of an AI surveillance system guarding President Putin and his aides following the February 28 assassination of Iran’s supreme leader.
abcnews.go.compolitics29 days ago
Senate Intelligence Panel to Hold Hearing on Jay Clayton DNI Nomination June 17
Sen. Mark Warner said he hopes the Senate can confirm Jay Clayton this week and then reauthorize the expired Section 702 surveillance authority. Democrats have opposed reauthorization while Bill Pulte remains acting director.
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Abc Newspolitics30 days ago
Section 702 Surveillance Authority Lapses at Midnight Saturday
The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act provision expired after the House failed to pass a short-term extension. Current certifications remain in force through March 2027.
therecord.mediapolitics31 days ago
Section 702 Surveillance Authority Lapses at Midnight June 13
Senate Democrats blocked renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act provision after President Trump named Bill Pulte acting Director of National Intelligence. The lapse ends collection authority on foreign targets.
rediff.compolitics31 days ago
Section 702 surveillance authority expires after House rejects extension
The government's warrantless foreign surveillance program lapsed Friday after lawmakers declined a three-week extension. Existing authorizations remain active through March 2027.
Washington Examinerpolitics31 days ago
Congress misses deadline to extend foreign surveillance program
Lawmakers failed to pass an extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act before the midnight deadline. The program permits warrantless surveillance of foreign nationals abroad and had not previously lapsed since its 2008 enactment.
eff.orgtechnology31 days ago
Section 702 of FISA expires at midnight but surveillance continues under existing certification
Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act expires tonight after Congress did not pass an extension. Surveillance under Section 702 will continue until March 2027 under a certification issued by the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court on March 17, 2026.
reason.compolitics31 days ago
Section 702 surveillance authority expires at midnight Saturday
The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act provision lapses unless Congress acts. Democrats have blocked renewal after President Trump named Bill Pulte acting director of national intelligence.
nbcnews.compolitics31 days ago
Section 702 Surveillance Program Expires After Extension Blocked in Congress
The surveillance authority lapses after Democrats rejected renewal bills in both chambers. Lawmakers differ on whether existing certifications allow continued collection.
eff.orgtechnology32 days ago
House and Senate votes fail to extend Section 702 surveillance program
A U.S. government surveillance program authorized under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is scheduled to lapse Friday. Congressional attempts to pass a temporary extension were rejected in both chambers this week.
rediff.compolitics32 days ago
President nominates Manhattan prosecutor to lead intelligence agency after prior pick draws opposition
The president has nominated the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan to serve as director of national intelligence. The move follows controversy over an earlier acting appointment and a House vote that blocked a short-term extension of a surveillance program.
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ksl.comworld32 days ago
House Measure to Extend Surveillance Law Fails Ahead of Expiration
A bill to temporarily extend a key surveillance authority failed in the House. Lawmakers departed for recess, leaving the provision set to lapse.
Usa Todaypolitics32 days ago
House fails to renew surveillance law with required votes
The House of Representatives voted 218-198 against renewing a key surveillance provision. The measure needed two-thirds support to pass under special procedures. Existing collection authorities may continue under prior court certifications.
rediff.compolitics32 days ago
House Falls Short of Two-Thirds Vote to Extend FISA Surveillance Authority
Nineteen Republican members joined Democrats in voting against the measure. The bill needed two-thirds support to pass under special rules.
rediff.comworld32 days ago
House Rejects Short-Term Extension of Surveillance Law
The House voted against a short-term extension of a surveillance statute. Lawmakers now face a Friday deadline to address the measure before authorities expire.
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rediff.comworld32 days ago
House vote on FISA 702 extension falls short
A measure to renew surveillance authority under Section 702 did not pass after some members objected to a provision on warrant requirements. The authority is scheduled to lapse at the end of the year.
nbcnews.compolitics33 days ago
House Rejects Short-Term Extension of Spy Authority
The House voted 198-218 against extending a key surveillance power until early July. The authority expires Friday after Congress twice delayed action since April.
New York Posttechnology33 days ago
UK Home Secretary Blocks Company Testimony on Encryption Notice; US Rep. Jordan Urges Review of Surveillance Powers
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan sent a June 5 letter to UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calling for a review of UK surveillance laws after a US company was denied permission to discuss an alleged encryption backdoor notice with Congress.
Wiredpolitics33 days ago
Bill Pulte Named Acting Director of National Intelligence Starting June 19
President Trump announced that housing official Bill Pulte will serve as acting director of national intelligence starting June 19 while remaining head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The appointment has stalled renewal of a key surveillance law set to expire Friday.
The Hillpolitics33 days ago
Senate talks on three-week FISA 702 extension face objections
Negotiations for a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act have encountered resistance. Democrats have conditioned support on changes to leadership at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
Washington Examinerpolitics33 days ago
FISA 702 Extended as Trump Installs New DNI
President Trump asked Congress Wednesday for a short-term extension of Section 702 surveillance authority while he selects a permanent director of national intelligence to replace acting Director Bill Pulte.
ksl.compolitics33 days ago
House to Vote on Short-Term Extension of Surveillance Law Through July 2
The House will vote Thursday morning on a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The measure follows a request from President Trump after Senate leaders rejected an earlier plan to expedite passage.
ksl.comsports34 days ago
Multi-Nation Biosurveillance Network Using Wastewater and Social Media Activated Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Public health specialists have begun monitoring wastewater and online chatter to detect infectious disease threats during the 39-day tournament that starts Thursday in Mexico.
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Usa Todaypolitics34 days ago
Congress Faces June 12 Deadline on Section 702 Renewal Amid Dispute Over Trump's DNI Pick
Lawmakers are deadlocked over extending a key surveillance authority as Democrats condition support on replacing President Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence.
idropnews.comworld34 days ago
Judge Lifts FBI Gag Order on Apple After Company Challenged Secrecy Around Surveillance of Republican Aide
A federal court sided with Apple after the company challenged an FBI order that barred it from disclosing surveillance of a Republican congressional aide.
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abcnews.go.compolitics34 days ago
Trump and Johnson Meet at White House on FISA Section 702 Reauthorization Ahead of Friday Deadline
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson met Tuesday to address renewal of the surveillance program before its Friday deadline. Pulte's acting DNI role has drawn Democratic objections.
The Hillpolitics34 days ago
House Speaker Meets With President Trump as FISA Renewal Faces Democratic Opposition
The House speaker is meeting with President Trump to discuss reauthorization of foreign surveillance authorities. Democratic opposition to the acting Director of National Intelligence appointment has complicated negotiations ahead of a Friday deadline.
The Hillpolitics34 days ago
White House Weighs Long-Term Nominee to Replace Acting DNI
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the White House is considering a permanent replacement for Bill Pulte as Director of National Intelligence. The move could address a Democratic hold on legislation to extend Section 702 surveillance authority set to expire Friday.
Semaforworld35 days ago
Republicans urge withdrawal of Pulte nomination over FISA extension
Senate Republicans say Democrats will block a Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act extension unless the White House withdraws Bill Pulte's nomination to be acting director of national intelligence. Senate Majority Leader John Thune said conversations about a path forward are ong…
theyeshivaworld.compolitics35 days ago
Democrats Tie Section 702 Renewal to Removal of Acting Intelligence Director
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said he will not back renewal of Section 702 unless the acting Director of National Intelligence is removed. The current short-term extension expires June 12.
france24.compolitics35 days ago
Congress Deadline on FISA Reauthorization and DNI Appointment
Lawmakers must decide by Friday whether to extend a warrantless surveillance program. A dispute over an acting intelligence director appointment has complicated efforts to secure bipartisan support.
The Hillpolitics35 days ago
Jeffries Says Democrats Will Block FISA Section 702 Renewal While Pulte Serves as Acting DNI
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Monday he will oppose renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act as long as Bill Pulte remains acting director of national intelligence.
The Hillpolitics35 days ago
Acting Intelligence Director Pick Prompts Some Senate Democrats to Withdraw Support for FISA Renewal
A procedural vote on renewing a surveillance authority failed after some Democrats objected to an acting appointment. The renewal deadline is June 12.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics35 days ago
Senate Blocks Long-Term Extension of Section 702 Surveillance Authority After Trump Names Bill Pulte as Acting DNI
A procedural vote to extend the program failed early Friday. Seven Republicans joined nearly all Democrats in blocking a long-term extension.
pbs.orgpolitics37 days ago
Senate Blocks Short-Term Extension of Section 702 Surveillance Program as Expiration Looms and Contingency Planning Begins
A procedural vote failed 47-52 early Friday, leaving Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act set to expire June 12. Seven Republicans joined Democrats in opposing the motion.
The Sydney Morning Heraldtechnology38 days ago
Unsecured Chinese Policing Dashboard Exposed Foreigner Tracking Data
A German cybersecurity journalist found an unsecured test dashboard linked to China's Ministry of Public Security that contained profiles of foreign journalists and residents. The platform, developed for police in Zhangjiakou, included passport details, location data, and relatio…
yahoo.compolitics38 days ago
Senate Blocks Extension of Warrantless Surveillance Program
The Senate voted 47-52 on Friday against advancing a bill to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The program is set to expire June 12 unless lawmakers act next week.
thenation.comworld38 days ago
House Passes Extension of Warrantless Surveillance Program
The House voted to extend a surveillance authority that allows collection of communications without a warrant. Seven Republicans joined Democrats in opposing the measure.
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nypost.compolitics39 days ago
Senate Declines to Reauthorize FISA Section 702 Without Warrant Requirements
The U.S. Senate voted 52-47 against opening debate on extending a surveillance authority set to expire June 12. Democrats cited President Trump’s choice of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence.
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Microsoft Completes Inquiry into Israeli Military Use of Azure, Terminates Contract, Tightens Security and Human-Rights Oversight
Microsoft completed an internal inquiry and announced new controls on national-security contracts and employee clearances after its Azure platform was used by Israel’s Unit 8200 to store intercepted Palestinian calls.
upi.compolitics40 days ago
Trump Nominates Bill Pulte as Director of National Intelligence Amid FISA 702 Renewal Debate
President Trump named Bill Pulte to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence one week before FISA Section 702 authorities are set to expire on June 12.
foxnews.compolitics41 days ago
Trump Appoints Bill Pulte as Acting DNI as FISA Section 702 Renewal Stalls Over Surveillance Concerns and CBDC Ban
President Donald Trump selected Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence on June 3, 2026, a move that Senate Democrats say will make renewal of FISA Section 702 more difficult ahead of a looming deadline. Sen. Mark Warner and Sen. Chris Murphy cited Pulte’s history…
finance43 days ago
Dayton Covers Flock License Plate Cameras During Policy Review After Finding Policy Violations
City crews in Dayton, Ohio placed trash bags over Flock Safety license plate readers after an internal review found thousands of immigration-related searches. Similar disputes have led other cities to deactivate or remove the devices.
uctoday.comworld43 days ago
China Exports Surveillance Technology and Policing Methods
China is providing surveillance equipment and community policing techniques to other countries. The approach draws on systems developed domestically and now applied through security agreements abroad.
upi.comtechnology45 days ago
Pentagon Acknowledges Adversaries Have Used Commercial Location Data to Track U.S. Troops
Wired reported that the Pentagon has known for years about location tracking risks to soldiers' phones yet adopted almost none of the available fixes. The disclosure comes amid a week of separate developments in ransomware, school-bus surveillance, and Chicago policing.
upi.compolitics47 days agoUpdated
U.S. Central Command received reports of location data used to target troops
U.S. Central Command received multiple threat reports about commercial location data being used to target or surveil U.S. personnel in war zones. Lawmakers raised concerns about the adtech industry and called for stronger safeguards on military devices.