April 22, 2024 at 05:17PM US lawmakers reauthorized the controversial warrantless surveillance tool, Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, for two more years. The legislation gives expanded surveillance powers to US intelligence agencies, allowing them to compel a range of individuals and organizations to spy for national security purposes. Privacy and civil liberties … Read more
April 14, 2024 at 10:04PM US Congress nearly killed a reauthorization of FISA Section 702 due to concerns about warrantless surveillance of Americans. Republican holdouts and Democrats blocked the bill, demanding a warrant amendment. The amendment failed, allowing continued warrantless surveillance. Nexperia, a Dutch chipmaker, suffered an IT attack. Critical vulnerabilities were disclosed, including a … Read more
February 29, 2024 at 04:53PM The Biden Administration seeks a court, not congressional, renewal of controversial warrantless surveillance powers. US Senator Wyden criticizes this move, urging reforms to protect Americans’ rights. Section 702, allowing surveillance of foreigners and possibly US individuals, sparks legislative debate and concerns about abuse. Administration’s action prompts accusations of undermining Congress’s … Read more
February 8, 2024 at 07:33PM The FBI is advocating to preserve FISA Section 702, stating its importance in combating cyber threats from China. However, concerns arise regarding warrantless surveillance of US persons’ data and potential abuse of power. The debate on reauthorization revolves around balancing national security needs with respecting constitutional rights, with differing views … Read more
December 8, 2023 at 05:35PM Two bills to reauthorize America’s FISA Section 702 spying powers advanced in House committees this week. The House Judiciary Committee approved the Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act, including reforms requiring a warrant for US person queries. The House Intelligence Committee passed the FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act without … Read more
November 1, 2023 at 01:05PM FBI Director Christopher Wray warns of increased cyberattack threat to the US due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East. He mentions attacks on US military bases by Iranian-backed militia groups and predicts more physical and cyberattacks. Despite the threats, Wray assures that the FBI is staying ahead, having disrupted … Read more