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The Metadata Trap - Whistleblowers in the Age of Surveillance and Big Data

Offered By: nullcon via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the challenges faced by whistleblowers in an era of pervasive surveillance and big data in this 46-minute conference talk by Micah Lee at NULLCON. Delve into the widespread nature of digital surveillance, examining how telecom companies, tech giants, and employers collect and share personal data. Analyze legal documents to understand the evidence used against government workers prosecuted for sharing information with the media. Learn about the risks ordinary people face when becoming whistleblowers, lacking training in circumventing surveillance. Gain insights into global surveillance practices and their implications for whistleblower safety. Discover the importance of digital and operational security in protecting sensitive information and sources in today's interconnected world.

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The Metadata Trap: Whistleblowers in the Age of Surveillance and Big Data | Micah Lee | NULLCON


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