Protecting Your Phone—and Your Privacy—at the US Border
In this episode of Uncanny Valley, our hosts explain how to prepare for travel to and from the United States—and how to stay safe. Powered by...
The Tech That Safeguards the Conclave’s Secrecy
Following the death of Pope Francis, the Vatican is preparing to organize a new conclave in less than 20 days. This is how they’ll tamp down on leaks. Powered by WPeMatico
How to Protect Yourself From Phone Searches at the US Border
Customs and Border Protection has broad authority to search travelers’ devices when they cross into the United States. Here’s what you can do to protect your digital life while at the US border. Powered by WPeMatico
Florida Man Enters the Encryption Wars
Plus: A US judge rules against police cell phone “tower dumps,” China names alleged NSA agents it says were involved in cyberattacks, and Customs and Border Protection reveals its social media spying tools. Powered by WPeMatico
ICE Is Paying Palantir $30 Million to Build ‘ImmigrationOS’ Surveillance Platform
In a document published Thursday, ICE explained the functions that it expects Palantir to include in a prototype of a new program to give the agency “near real-time” data about people self-deporting. Powered by WPeMatico
New Jersey Sues Discord for Allegedly Failing to Protect Children
The New Jersey attorney general claims Discord’s features to keep children under 13 safe from sexual predators and harmful content are inadequate. Powered by WPeMatico
