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🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Confidential China

The article discusses the rise of private spy cameras in China, highlighting the surge in intimate videos filmed in hotels and gyms that are then sold on pornographic sites, as state authorities struggle to control the situation.

Mar 21 • 08:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Thus China has created a surveillance state in Iran

Iran has developed its internal control system through political repression, censorship, and new technologies, significantly aided by China.

Mar 20 • 15:05 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

John Carpay: Liberals have Canada leading the West in state surveillance

The article discusses how new legislation in Canada is enabling increased state surveillance and privacy intrusion under the Liberal government.

Mar 20 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Unjustified e-health data access and other violations: DVI received more than 1000 complaints last year

Last year, the Data State Inspectorate (DVI) in Latvia received 1,034 complaints regarding breaches of personal data processing, highlighting issues such as unjustified access to e-health data and illegal employee surveillance.

Mar 20 • 07:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Perón's government in 1973 ordered the SIDE to track communists in the State and universities

Declassified documents reveal that the Juan Perón administration created a committee to investigate the Marxist ideological backgrounds of individuals and organizations in Argentina.

Mar 19 • 21:57 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Forest fires down 52% in Edomex: Strengthening surveillance and warning 'whoever ignites pays'

The State of Mexico has achieved a 52% reduction in forest fire-affected areas through permanent surveillance and community awareness campaigns.

Mar 19 • 20:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KALEV KORV: A tool is being created that instills fear in everyone about what the state is capable of

The article discusses concerns regarding state surveillance and the complexities of anti-money laundering measures in Estonia.

Mar 19 • 14:58 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

The ESA demands the Icelandic state to respond regarding alcohol sales regulations

The European Surveillance Authority (ESA) is requiring the Icelandic government to clarify its regulations on alcohol sales.

Mar 18 • 17:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Temptation of the Super Database: How Money Laundering Prevention Becomes an Excuse for a Surveillance State

A proposed law in the Estonian Parliament seeks to establish a super database for monitoring to combat money laundering, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties.

Mar 16 • 20:47 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The fear in Larissa for a trial - 'Kougi'

Concerns are growing in Larissa regarding a trial linked to state involvement in a surveillance scandal.

Mar 14 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Morning Mail: Iran vows to fight on, capital gains tax benefit in wealthy suburbs, drone surveillance fears

Iran's new supreme leader has pledged to continue obstructing oil supplies as calls for Australia to repatriate Islamic State fighters grow, amidst a report detailing significant capital gains tax benefits for wealthy suburbs in Australia.

Mar 12 • 19:37 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Video by N. Androulakis on TikTok: In the European Parliament - 'This is for the truth and for change'

Nikos Androulakis, the president of PASOK, discusses the issue of illegal surveillance and the state of the rule of law in Greece during a session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Mar 11 • 17:51 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

CARRI GINTER ⟩ Cameras should not turn Estonia into a surveillance state

The debate in Estonia over surveillance technology highlights the country's desire to avoid becoming a surveillance state with automated technologies.

Mar 11 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

SPIA: Government will expand monitoring to five more cities to reduce robberies in Piauí

The Piauí state government is expanding its AI-based surveillance system to five additional cities to combat crime effectively.

Mar 10 • 17:32 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Codename 'anderdog': this is how activists and journalists were spied on

An Italian journalist was illegally monitored using state-sanctioned software, highlighting concerns over surveillance of media and activists.

Mar 7 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Sanchez cornered, the children are not of the State and David Rossi: therefore, today…

A 17-year-old female referee was assaulted by an official from an amateur sports association, highlighting the need to focus on youth development rather than competition.

Mar 6 • 18:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

C’River governor bans illegal mining, orders 24-hour surveillance after PUNCH report

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has banned illegal mining, directing immediate measures for surveillance to address security and environmental challenges in the sector.

Mar 6 • 18:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kano confirms Lassa fever case, ramps up surveillance

Kano State has confirmed a case of Lassa fever and is implementing emergency response measures to control the outbreak.

Mar 6 • 11:46 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Landmark decision of the Council of State on surveillance – PASOK: The scandal can no longer be concealed

The Greek Council of State declared unconstitutional a 2021 amendment that prevented citizens under surveillance from being informed about the reasons and timing of the surveillance.

Mar 5 • 13:58 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Wiretaps: Order to EYP from the Council of State – Which file is being requested

The Greek Council of State has ordered the National Intelligence Service (EYP) to provide documentation related to the illegal surveillance of a journalist who reported on being surveilled by the agency and through the illegal software Pretador.

Mar 5 • 10:25 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

2071, how we perceive the future

The article discusses concerns about the future related to artificial intelligence, drawing parallels to George Orwell's "1984" regarding state control and surveillance.

Mar 5 • 02:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lassa fever: Enugu on alert after Benue health workers death

The Enugu State Government has heightened health surveillance in response to fatalities among health workers in Benue State due to Lassa fever.

Mar 5 • 00:39 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TRAFFIC DRAMA: 'The police state has arrived...' the fine for a red light in Tartu revealed an unexpected surveillance method

A recent incident in Tartu involving a red light fine has sparked public debate about the balance between necessary traffic enforcement and excessive surveillance methods.

Mar 4 • 15:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Anambra assembly seeks CCTV installation in public hospitals

The Anambra State House of Assembly has resolved to install 24-hour CCTV surveillance in all public health facilities to combat medical negligence and rebuild public confidence in the healthcare system.

Mar 4 • 13:49 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The narrative with Cyprus and concerns about rising prices

The article discusses a ruling by Greece's Council of State declaring unconstitutional a law that barred the Independent Authority for Communication Privacy from informing citizens about surveillance related to national security, impacting opposition leader Nikos Androulakis.

Mar 4 • 02:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

China used UK Border Force officer for 'shadow policing operations'

A court case reveals that a UK Border Force officer was allegedly involved in covert operations for the Chinese state, targeting dissidents and facilitating surveillance in the UK.

Mar 3 • 14:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Police State": Alerts in Florida about two laws that Ron DeSantis could pass before leaving office

Ron DeSantis is facing criticism for potentially enacting two controversial laws in Florida that could empower police officials to label organizations as "terrorist" and create a division for spying on select groups and individuals.

Mar 3 • 11:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cameras Removed from School Bathrooms Following State Order

Surveillance cameras installed in public school bathrooms in Colinas do Tocantins were removed after a state education directive amid public outcry over privacy concerns.

Mar 2 • 22:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The fear of being observed: why George Orwell's 1984 continues to disturb readers

George Orwell's novel 1984 remains a significant literary reference due to its foresight of state control mechanisms and the erosion of privacy in the digital age.

Mar 1 • 20:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The fairytale of surveillance

In Greece, a group of private individuals orchestrated extensive surveillance on high-profile government figures, managing to do so undetected by the state’s intelligence services.

Feb 28 • 06:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Surveillance cameras are installed inside bathrooms of public school in Tocantins

Surveillance cameras have been installed in the bathrooms of the Francisco Pereira Felício State School in Colinas do Tocantins, sparking significant public debate.

Feb 27 • 21:04 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Delfina Gómez installs permanent Peace Table and enhances surveillance in Edomex

Governor Delfina Gómez has established a permanent Peace Table and increased security measures in the State of Mexico following the death of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes.

Feb 22 • 22:13 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC begins 24-hour surveillance in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has initiated a 24-hour security surveillance operation throughout Kwara State, especially focused on Ilorin and critical national assets.

Feb 20 • 14:41 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Can the State Revenue Service collect data about you without initiating an audit? The Supreme Court ruling will not please tax inspectors

The Supreme Court of Latvia questions the authority of the State Revenue Service (VID) to gather data about individuals without formally starting an audit, in a case involving undeclared income from puppy sales.

Feb 19 • 22:01 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

German state blacklists right-wing party for first time

Authorities in Lower Saxony have designated a local chapter of the AfD party as a surveillance priority due to perceived extremist tendencies.

Feb 18 • 16:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos to deploy drones for intelligence gathering — LSSFTF

The Lagos State Government plans to deploy surveillance drones to enhance security intelligence gathering as part of efforts to combat insecurity in the state.

Feb 17 • 01:33 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

National Guard and soldiers seize weapons and tactical equipment in Namiquipa, Chihuahua

The Mexican National Guard, along with military and state police, seized an extensive arsenal in Namiquipa, Chihuahua, during surveillance patrols.

Feb 15 • 19:36 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Russia blocks the messaging app WhatsApp

Russia has announced the blocking of the messaging app WhatsApp, aiming to push citizens towards using the state-supported application Max.

Feb 13 • 04:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

WhatsApp fell into Putin's jaws

WhatsApp faces restrictions in Russia as the government initiates measures to block the app and its related websites, pushing users towards state-controlled alternatives.

Feb 12 • 20:10 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Russia moves to 'fully block' WhatsApp in ongoing crackdown on social media

Russian authorities are attempting to completely block WhatsApp as part of a strategy to tighten control over digital communication and promote state-backed alternatives.

Feb 12 • 16:50 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Russia seeks to block WhatsApp to promote its own application

Russia is attempting to block WhatsApp in an effort to promote a state-backed messaging app, MAX, as part of its ongoing campaign to tighten internet control.

Feb 12 • 13:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mother reports and camera is seized in women's bathroom of school in Campo Grande

A surveillance camera installed in the women's bathroom of José Maria Hugo Rodrigues State School in Campo Grande was seized after a mother reported its presence to the police, initiating an investigation for possible violations of child protection laws.

Feb 12 • 12:59 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Russian government seeks to 'completely block WhatsApp', denounce the application

The Russian government is attempting to block WhatsApp to force users towards a state-controlled messaging platform, according to the app.

Feb 12 • 11:28 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Russia blocks WhatsApp for failing to comply with local law, pushes state-backed alternative

Russia has blocked WhatsApp, citing non-compliance with local laws, while promoting a state-backed alternative called MAX as a substitute.

Feb 12 • 11:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Russia strikes WhatsApp

Russia is intensifying efforts to block the WhatsApp messaging service as part of a push to migrate its 100 million users to a state-controlled application.

Feb 12 • 07:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Russia tried to completely block WhatsApp in the country and redirect people to a state surveillance app

WhatsApp announced that Russia attempted to fully block the messaging application within its borders to push users toward a state-controlled rival service.

Feb 12 • 07:02 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

WhatsApp reports Russian blocking attempt

Russia has attempted to block access to the messaging service WhatsApp as part of a push towards a state-owned surveillance app, according to WhatsApp's parent company, Meta.

Feb 12 • 04:43 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Russia blocks Whatsapp

Russian authorities have blocked the messaging service Whatsapp in an effort to promote a state-owned surveillance application.

Feb 12 • 01:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun Amotekun unveils CCTV control room to fight crime

The Ogun State Government launched a CCTV control room to enhance crime-fighting efforts with the Amotekun Corps' support.

Feb 11 • 15:13 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Rosļikovs Finds Suspicious Items in His Car; State Police and State Security Service Called

A Latvian politician discovered suspicious devices resembling listening and tracking equipment in his car, prompting a response from the State Police and State Security Service.

Feb 10 • 20:46 UTC

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