The 404 Media Podcast The New Jersey Drone Panic
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Dec 18, 2024 Dive into the mystery of the New Jersey drones, where public panic may be the result of misidentifications. Explore how fear-driven behaviors, like laser pointing at aircraft, can escalate tensions. Then, shift gears to Serbia, where law enforcement uses Cellebrite to unlock phones, turning them into surveillance tools against journalists. Finally, get inspired by an art project that creatively uses traffic cameras in New York City to spark conversation about digital privacy and surveillance.
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Colorado Drone Panic
- In 2019, Colorado experienced a similar drone panic involving numerous reports and investigations.
- These investigations revealed that most sightings were normal aircraft, stars, or satellites.
Drone Panic
- Public overreaction to drones is common, with concerns often outweighing actual risks.
- The New Jersey drone panic mirrors the Colorado incident, with authorities confirming most sightings are passenger planes.
Political Exploitation
- Politicians are exploiting the drone panic for attention and appearances on news networks.
- This behavior creates a no-win scenario, where government inaction or explanations are both deemed unacceptable.