Bex Sander
Data and graphics reporter for The Observer, specializing in data-driven investigations and explaining technical topics such as AI, data brokers, and web-related policy issues.
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Jan 15, 2026 • 34min
How do US immigration agents track people down?
Joining the discussion are Alex O'Connell, Head of News at The Observer, Bex Sander, a data and graphics reporter, and Evan Moffitt, the France editor. They delve into the methods ICE employs to track individuals using AI and data profiling tools like WebLock and Tangles. The conversation highlights the ethical dilemmas surrounding data surveillance and potential constitutional issues. Additionally, they explore how cultural artifacts like the Bayeux Tapestry can serve as diplomatic tools in international relations.
Nov 17, 2025 • 36min
Why is Shabana Mahmood inspired by Denmark’s asylum policies?
Join Cat Neilan, Whitehall editor at The Observer, Bex Sander, data-savvy reporter, and Serena Cesareo, policy analyst, as they dive into pressing headlines. They discuss Shabana Mahmood's tough asylum reforms and debate whether Denmark's approach could work in the UK. Topics include the influence of smugglers and social media on migration patterns, and if the reforms are politically motivated. Additionally, they tackle the implications of releasing the Epstein files in the GOP and UK ties to Bangladesh's political turmoil.
