Sep 21, 2025

Recently, there have been concerning reports about EU nations subsidizing spyware makers, leading to the intrusive surveillance of citizens. The use of spyware by both EU member states and oppressive regimes raises serious human rights issues, especially when targeting activists, journalists, and lawmakers. Italy’s involvement in hacking phones of migrant sea rescue activists and journalists has sparked particular scrutiny, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in surveillance practices.

Another alarming development is the use of AI chatbots to deceive senior citizens with phishing scams, raising concerns about the potential misuse of AI technology for fraudulent activities. Companies like Meta and Anthropic have pledged to implement safeguards against such misuse, but more efforts are needed to protect vulnerable populations from falling victim to these scams. Additionally, the trafficking of an IT consultant into digital scam slavery in Thailand and Myanmar, with the involvement of corrupt officials, underscores the urgent need to address ethical and legal concerns surrounding digital scam compounds.

The surveillance of activists by the meat and dairy industry, including monitoring personal relationships and tracking individuals, poses significant privacy and security risks that must be addressed promptly. Furthermore, the development of a massive surveillance system in Chihuahua, Mexico, utilizing AI-powered technology, raises concerns about privacy and civil liberties. The implications of such extensive surveillance systems need to be carefully examined to ensure the protection of citizens’ rights.

The collaboration between Chihuahua in Mexico and Texas in the United States for the Centinela border security plan, involving facial recognition technology and biometrics databases, raises red flags about potential misuse and privacy violations in immigration control. The unique state-to-state cooperation and potential access to surveillance data by Texas require close monitoring to prevent leaks and misuse. Additionally, the outsourcing of critical IT and cybersecurity functions to companies like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has raised security concerns for British companies, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to safeguard against cyber threats and privacy breaches. Immediate attention is needed to address these pressing issues and ensure the security and privacy of individuals’ data.

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