Man faces felony after phone wipes during customs search
#DigitalRights #PoliceAccountabilitySamuel Tunick faces felony obstruction after allegedly providing a passcode that wiped his phone during a customs search. His lawyer claims Miranda rights were violated and calls the investigation a pretext tied to his Defend the Atlanta Forest activism. read more
Iran internet blackout persists for 60% despite restoration claims
#IranInternetShutdown #DigitalRightsAfter 88 days, Iran's internet remains partially restored, with only 39% connectivity. Users report slow speeds, blocked apps, and costly VPNs. Economic losses exceed $3 billion. State media claims normalcy, but citizens face anger and despair over continued restrictions. read more
Agents Personal AI Glasses Spark Surveillance Fears
#SurveillanceState #DigitalRightsU.S. immigration agents are using personal Meta AI smart glasses to record the public, raising privacy and civil liberties concerns. Critics warn this unauthorized surveillance could target protesters and critics of Trump's deportation policies. read more