Preparation for Severe Version of MPOX in the U.S.

The U.S. is preparing for a more severe version of mpox, known as clade 1, which has caused over 600 deaths in Africa. The government is expanding surveillance efforts, making testing more widely available, and ensuring vaccines are accessible for high-risk individuals.

Russian Opposition Activists Facing Increased Threats Abroad

Russian opposition politicians and activists living in exile in Europe are facing increased threats and intimidation from the Russian government, including cyber attacks, surveillance, and physical assaults. The Kremlin is targeting dissenters abroad as part of a wider crackdown on opposition voices. Experts believe Russian security services are using proxies and criminal gangs to carry out attacks on critics. Activists living abroad have had their passports cancelled, limiting their ability to seek legal assistance or return to Russia.

Chinese Companies Testing Autonomous Vehicles in the U.S.

Chinese companies testing autonomous vehicles in the U.S. are raising concerns about data collection and national security risks due to potential access by the Chinese government. Lack of oversight and regulation is highlighted, contrasting with scrutiny faced by other Chinese tech companies. Data collected could be used for surveillance, mapping, and potentially harmful purposes.

FedEx Partnership with Surveillance Startup Flock Safety for Police Investigations

FedEx partners with surveillance startup Flock Safety to use AI-powered cameras on trucks for police investigations, raising concerns about mass surveillance network. Several law enforcement agencies share data with FedEx. Critics warn of potential privacy violations and lack of transparency in surveillance practices.

Chinese Entities Buying Farmland Near US Military Bases

Chinese entities have been buying farmland near US military bases, raising concerns about potential espionage and sabotage. The US government and officials are alarmed by the lack of laws preventing this and are heightening investigations to counter espionage attempts.

Bloomberg Surveillance Newsletter

Bloomberg Surveillance newsletter provides daily insights from Bloomberg Television's morning show. Consumers are tired of high prices.

Investigation of Bird Flu Virus in Austin Wastewater

Researchers in Texas are investigating fragments of a potentially dangerous bird flu virus found in Austin wastewater, trying to identify the source which could be farm animals, wild birds, or dumped milk. Health officials are concerned about the risk of human infection and are urging increased surveillance. The virus may be spreading in cattle through contaminated equipment and raw milk. Migrant laborers on farms pose a challenge for detecting human cases. Testing for the virus is being recommended through the summer to track its spread and potential human cases.

Connection Between UFO Sightings and Nuclear Sites

A new study suggests a connection between UFO sightings and nuclear sites from 1945 to 1975, indicating possible intentional surveillance of America's nuclear capabilities by extraterrestrial intelligence. The study analyzed over 500 well-supported UFO cases during the Cold War era, focusing on sightings near nuclear installations. The findings suggest that UFOs showed interest in different phases of nuclear weapon development, from production plants to missile silos, and even allegedly deactivated nuclear missiles. The research team plans to continue studying this connection into the modern era.

South American Theft Groups Stashing Hidden Cameras for Burglaries in the U.S.

South American Theft Groups (SATG) in the U.S. are stashing hidden cameras in shrubs and gardens to conduct surveillance for burglaries. Residents warned to be vigilant and report suspicious activity to law enforcement.

Increased surveillance and control in China under Xi Jinping's leadership

China's leader, Xi Jinping, is pushing for a system of increased surveillance and control over daily life, inspired by the 'Fengqiao experience.' This involves color-coding residents based on trustworthiness, encouraging neighbors to report on each other, and using technology for widespread monitoring. The goal is to prevent any challenges to the ruling party and maintain control over the population.

SpaceX Launches Spy Satellites for U.S. Intelligence Network

SpaceX launched spy satellites for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office to upgrade the country's space-based surveillance powers.

Surveillance and Privacy Concerns in the U.S. Government

The U.S. government has been buying sensitive information on private citizens from commercial data brokers, leading to concerns about privacy and surveillance. The new policy framework allows spy agencies to decide how to use this data, with vague limits and lack of clarity on safeguards. Senators like Ron Wyden are pushing for legislation to protect Americans' rights and ban data purchases from third-party brokers.

Hamas Secret Police Spying in Gaza

Hamas ran a secret police agency in Gaza that spied on residents, resembling the Stasi of East Germany. The group used informants to monitor dissenters and destroy personal lives through false accusations. Israeli forces found documents detailing these activities.

Release of Zhang Zhan, Chinese Citizen Journalist Jailed for Covid-19 Reporting

Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan was jailed for four years for reporting on the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, expected to be released soon. Concerns about her well-being post-release due to potential surveillance and restrictions.

Police Use Drones for Crime-Fighting

Police in Bensalem Township, Pennsylvania have adopted drone technology to tackle growing retail theft issues, with a small fleet of drones assisting in tracking down and apprehending suspected thieves. The drones have proven to be effective due to their speed in dispatch and ability to locate suspects quickly. The department's clearance rate for retail thefts is significantly higher than the national average, thanks to the use of drones.

FBI Disputes Claims of Urging Employees to Increase Warrantless Wiretapping

The FBI is disputing claims that it has been urging employees to increase the use of warrantless wiretapping on U.S. soil, as reported by WIRED. The FBI argues that the program is crucial for national security and that compliance is a top priority.

Avian Flu Outbreak Among Cows and Mammals in the US

The avian flu is spreading rapidly among cows and other mammals in the US, with limited testing and surveillance on humans. The CDC is ready to conduct on-the-ground testing but has not been invited by states with infected cattle. Worker reluctance, fear of job loss, and distrust in public health systems are hindering efforts to track and contain the virus.

Government Surveillance Technology in Texas

Local law enforcement agencies in Texas are using technology like TraffiCatch to track American citizens' movements with wireless signals and license plate data, similar to techniques used in war zones. This raises concerns about privacy and surveillance practices.

FBI Surveillance Amendment

Sen. Josh Hawley introduced an amendment to end an FBI "power grab" in a spy powers bill that could expand government surveillance. The amendment is criticized for potentially giving the FBI more access to individuals and businesses' communications systems without warrants.

Renewal of FISA Section 702

The Senate voted to proceed to debate on renewing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) before the previous version expires. There is bipartisan support and opposition to the renewal, with concerns about privacy and national security.

Endorsement of Kevin Virgil by Vivek Ramaswamy in Iowa's Fourth Congressional District Primary Race

Former 2024 Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy endorses Kevin Virgil, who is primarying Rep. Randy Feenstra in Iowa's Fourth Congressional District. Virgil is praised for his stance on reining in the federal bureaucracy and requiring warrants for surveillance of Americans' communications. Feenstra voted against an amendment to the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act (RISAA) that would have provided more privacy protections.

Criticism of House Speaker Mike Johnson by Sen. Rand Paul for voting with Democrats on FISA and budget package

Sen. Rand Paul criticizes House Speaker Mike Johnson for voting with Democrats on FISA renewal and budget package, accusing him of abdicating the power of the purse.

Former President Donald Trump's Criticism of FISA

Former President Donald Trump criticized the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) during a joint press conference with House Speaker Mike Johnson. He expressed his disapproval of FISA and highlighted concerns about surveillance on his campaign. Trump also mentioned the expiration of FISA legislation during a potential second administration.

Political Division Over FISA Reauthorization

Hardliner Republicans criticize Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for casting a tie-breaking vote against an amendment to require a warrant for surveillance under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Rep. Matt Gaetz vows political retaliation against Republicans who voted against the amendment.

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Extension

The House passed a two-year extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) after intense lobbying from the Biden administration. A key amendment requiring a warrant for searching American citizens' communications was defeated in a tie vote. The extension must pass another procedural vote in the Senate, with plans potentially affected by an impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

House Republicans Voting Against Warrant Requirement for Surveillance of Americans' Communications

86 House Republicans voted against an amendment requiring a warrant for surveillance of Americans' communications, despite overwhelming public support for a warrant requirement. House Speaker and other Republican leaders voted against the warrant requirement.

Renewal of Section 702 of FISA

House bill to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) faces opposition from conservatives, delaying its passage to the Senate. The bill aims to reform FISA to balance privacy concerns with national security needs.

Controversial Surveillance Bill Reauthorization

President Joe Biden supports a bill reauthorizing Section 702 of the Communications Decency Act, which allows surveillance of Americans' private communications without a warrant. House Republicans killed the rule for the vote on the bill, but House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to try again. The Biden administration opposes an amendment requiring a warrant for searching Americans' communications.

FISA Section 702 and Warrant Requirement for Searching Americans' Data

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan advocates for obtaining a warrant before searching Americans' data through FISA's Section 702 to protect constitutional liberties. The FBI's improper use of warrantless search powers against U.S. citizens and the need for a warrant requirement have bipartisan support.

House GOP Privacy Hawks Block Renewal of Section 702 of FISA

House GOP privacy hawks block bill on controversial federal surveillance tool Section 702 of FISA, sparking a debate on safeguarding Americans' data and preventing abuse reported against Trump and others. Fight puts Speaker Mike Johnson in a difficult spot between Judiciary Committee and national security hawks.

House Speaker Mike Johnson's stance on reforming federal surveillance tool Section 702 of FISA

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is caught in a fight about reforming a key federal surveillance tool, Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which allows the government to surveil communications of non-Americans overseas with suspected links to terrorism without a warrant. Johnson cautions against an amendment on warrant requirements, arguing that the current bill, the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America (RISA) Act, already carries necessary reforms to prevent abuse of Section 702.

Reauthorization of FISA Section 702

Former President Trump calls to “kill FISA” as Speaker Mike Johnson moves to reauthorize a controversial surveillance law. The House debates reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), sparking debate among lawmakers.

House Republicans Threaten to Tank Vote on Renewing FISA Surveillance Program

Conservative privacy hawks in the House are threatening to tank a vote on renewing a key government surveillance tool known as Section 702 of FISA due to opposition to additional warrant requirements for collecting data of American citizens.

Renewal of FISA's Section 702 Surveillance Tool

The article discusses the renewal of FISA's Section 702, a key federal government surveillance tool, with debates between national security hawks and critics seeking to limit its scope due to reported instances of abuse. The House is one step closer to extending Section 702, with a compromise bill aimed at curbing abuse by implementing safeguards on accessing collected data.

Proposed Amendment to Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act (RISAA)

House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner and Ranking Member Jim Himes proposed an amendment to the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act that would effectively expand surveillance of Americans under Section 702 of FISA, sparking concerns about privacy and civil liberties.

US House passing a bill and FISA renewal

The US House passed a bill requiring TikTok to divest from ByteDance or face a ban. There was a contentious issue over renewing Section 702 of FISA. Rep. Warren Davidson criticized the decision as infringing on privacy rights. The bill is expected to be voted on separately from Davidson's amendment.

Reauthorization of Section 702 of the FISA Act

The House is set to reauthorize the controversial spy program Section 702 of the FISA act, sparking debate among lawmakers about the need for warrants to search American citizens' communications. Conservatives are pushing for reforms to protect civil liberties and limit government surveillance abuse.

Renewal of FISA Section 702

House Republicans are expected to vote on renewing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which has been both praised for preventing terror attacks and criticized for violating Americans' civil rights. The debate over its renewal has sparked unlikely alliances on both the left and right.

Controversy over Gavin Newsom's Plan to Combat Crime in Oakland

California Governor Gavin Newsom faces backlash for announcing a plan to combat crime in Oakland by installing high-tech cameras along busy roads. Critics believe the initiative will lead to a surveillance state.

FBI Visiting Woman Over Social Media Posts

FBI agents visited a woman in Stillwater, Oklahoma, to question her about her pro-Palestine social media posts after Facebook provided screenshots. The woman, Rolla Abdeljawad, refused to speak without a lawyer and raised concerns about freedom of speech. The incident raised constitutional and legal questions about citizens' rights.

FBI questioning Oklahoma woman over social media posts

FBI agents visited an Oklahoma woman to question her about social media posts, citing screenshots provided by Facebook. The woman refused to talk without a lawyer present and expressed concerns about potential repercussions.

Location Data Tracking of Jeffrey Epstein's 'Pedophile Island'

Location data broker Near Intelligence collected data on nearly 200 mobile devices of people who visited Jeffrey Epstein's 'pedophile island,' documenting their movements from their homes and offices to the island. The data reveals the precision surveillance that data brokers can achieve with loose privacy restrictions under US law.

Hidden Camera Scandal at Starbucks

A man in California secretly recorded over 90 people, some as young as 4 years old, with a hidden camera in a Starbucks bathroom. The suspect was apprehended with an arsenal of guns and illegal surveillance equipment.

Investigation into IRS's Use of AI to Surveil American Taxpayers

House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan and Rep. Harriet Hageman are investigating the IRS's use of AI to surveil American taxpayers without legal process, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties.

Juveniles Arrested for Bank Robbery in Houston

Three juveniles aged 11, 12, and 16 were taken into custody in Texas for a bank robbery in Houston. They were dubbed the 'little rascals.' The suspects passed a threatening note to a teller and made off with an undisclosed amount of cash. The parents of two boys turned them in after surveillance photos were released by the FBI.

SpaceX developing spy satellites for US National Reconnaissance Office

SpaceX has reportedly been developing a network of spy satellites for the US National Reconnaissance Office. The $1.8 billion contract aims to develop a network of hundreds of spy satellites in low-Earth orbit (LEO) to provide detailed images of Earth. SpaceX's involvement with the NRO demonstrates deep collaboration with US intelligence agencies.

Missing University Student in Nashville

University of Missouri student Riley Strain, 22, has been missing since March 8 after disappearing in downtown Nashville. Surveillance footage shows him crossing a street after being kicked out of a bar. Police continue search efforts.

Investigation of Large Balloon and Payload off the Coast of Alaska

Military officials are investigating a large balloon and payload discovered by fishermen off the coast of Alaska. The balloon is being analyzed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to determine its purpose.

Government Surveillance and Collaboration with Big Banks

The Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government will hold a hearing on government collaboration with big banks to surveil Americans based on political and religious beliefs.

Government Surveillance of Americans' Financial Data

Report reveals that federal government conducted broad and unjustified surveillance of Americans' private financial data through financial institutions, targeting Trump supporters using terms like 'MAGA' and 'Trump'.

Government Surveillance and FISA Reform

Conservatives and liberals agree that Speaker Mike Johnson should not use the current spending package to reauthorize the FBI’s unconstitutional warrantless spying on American citizens. FISA warrants bypass the Fourth Amendment and have led to abuses in surveillance of Americans without a warrant. Bipartisan efforts have been made to reform FISA, requiring search warrants issued by federal judges.

Chinese Government's Repression of Dissidents Abroad

Chinese dissidents living abroad face threats and harassment from the Chinese government, including surveillance, interrogation of family members, and online attacks. Some dissidents have chosen to speak out publicly despite the risks involved.

Suspicious Object Found by Fishermen off Alaska Coast

Commercial fishermen off the coast of Alaska discovered a suspicious object that may be a spy balloon, which the FBI is investigating. This incident is reminiscent of a previous Chinese spy balloon that entered US airspace.

China's Global Times Criticism of Biden's TikTok Use

China's state-run Global Times cited President Joe Biden's campaign use of TikTok as evidence that the U.S. government has been lying about the dangers of the Chinese-run spyware app, accusing Biden of hypocrisy and double standards in using a platform deemed a national security threat. The Global Times highlighted the increasing influence of TikTok on American youth and criticized American politicians for compromising principles for votes.

Government Purchase of Consumer Data for Surveillance

The U.S. government is buying up consumer data from various sources for surveillance and national security purposes, leading to concerns about privacy and civil liberties. Journalist Byron Tau's book 'Means of Control' sheds light on this opaque network of data brokers and the use of data in government programs. The use of 'gray data' from connected devices is expanding surveillance capabilities, raising questions about privacy and anonymity in everyday life.

Hong Kong National Security Law and Crackdown on Pro-Democracy Activists

Hong Kong activist Frances Hui discusses the new national security law and crackdown on pro-democracy activists. Concerns arise over similarities to mainland China's legal system, potential criminalization of business and journalism work, and impact on press freedom. Businesses fear increased surveillance and censorship, while journalists worry about reporting restrictions. Critics argue the law could erode civil liberties promised under 'one country, two systems.'

Pentagon tracks high altitude balloon over the US

The Pentagon tracked a high altitude balloon over the US, determined it was a hobby craft, and confirmed it was not from China. This comes after a Chinese spy balloon was shot down last year. The Chinese balloon had intelligence collection capabilities.

Times Square Stabbing of 17-Year-Old Migrant

Surveillance video released by NYPD shows suspects in Times Square stabbing of a 17-year-old migrant teen. Six people arrested, 16 still outstanding. Incident involved a brawl and verbal dispute, victim found with stab wound. Times Square has seen other violent crimes involving migrants recently.

Privacy Concerns Over Albedo's New Satellite Capable of Spying on Individuals from Space

Privacy experts are concerned about a new satellite by Albedo that can spy on individuals and objects with high resolution imagery from space. The satellite has raised privacy and surveillance concerns, despite claims of not having facial recognition software. It has contracts with the U.S. Air Force and National Air and Space Intelligence Center for national security purposes.

IdeaForge Expanding into U.S. Drone Market

India's leading drone manufacturer, IdeaForge, is making a move into the U.S. market with high-endurance drones designed for harsh environments like the Himalayas. CEO Ankit Mehta is showcasing surveillance drones for municipal governments in American cities.

Unauthorized Leak of Documents from Chinese Security Contractor

Chinese police are investigating an unauthorized online dump of documents from a private security contractor linked to China’s top policing agency, revealing surveillance methods used by Chinese authorities to monitor dissidents overseas and hack other nations. The leaked documents include contracts, marketing presentations, and hacking tools used to spy on both Chinese and foreigners.

Lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein's Enablers

A new lawsuit filed by two accusers in Manhattan federal court reveals details about how sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein and his enablers monitored victims, provided hush money, and threatened those who might cooperate with police. The lawsuit accuses Epstein's lawyer and accountant of aiding in his trafficking network for over a decade.

Privacy concerns over new satellite technology

A startup called Albedo Space is building satellites with powerful cameras that can image people without identifying them, raising concerns about privacy. While the technology could have benefits in disaster response, the potential for constant surveillance is worrying privacy experts. The company's technology has attracted interest from investors and government agencies, but critics warn of the implications for personal privacy and human rights.