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IRL: Online Life is Real Life
I Spy With My Digital Eye
Aug 21, 2017
The podcast explores the risks and concerns of surveillance in the digital age, including government spying and personal information storage by connected devices. It delves into the privacy and safety risks of internet connected toys, discussing major security breaches and the ban on certain toys in Germany. The chapter also discusses precautions that can be taken to address privacy concerns and highlights the need to protect oneself from unwarranted surveillance through encryption and security measures.
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- Government surveillance often targets individuals who hold unpopular opinions or expose government wrongdoing, posing a threat to privacy and personal freedom.
- Internet-connected toys with security flaws can collect personal data and be remotely controlled, posing significant privacy risks for consumers.
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The Risks of Surveillance and the Dark Side of Government Spying
Government surveillance can have a dark side, as demonstrated by the case of Dr. Cindy Blackstock, an advocate for Indigenous children's rights. After filing a complaint against the Canadian government, she became the target of surveillance, which she considered a breach of her privacy rights. This case is not an isolated incident, as government surveillance often targets individuals who hold unpopular opinions or expose government wrongdoing.
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