July 19, 2024 at 01:15AM China disputes the existence of the Volt Typhoon cyber-attack group, alleging it is a fabrication by US intelligence agencies. They claim a disinformation campaign planned by US government agencies to manipulate infosec providers and consequently justify the re-authorization of surveillance laws. China views this as evidence of the US as … Read more
April 17, 2024 at 07:54PM The US Senate is set to renew surveillance powers under FISA Section 702, allowing intelligence agencies to spy on foreign communications. A new provision may broaden the definition of electronic communications service provider, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties. The House has passed the RISAA bill, but objections from … Read more
December 11, 2023 at 08:49PM Two reform bills before Congress propose changes to the government-directed surveillance affecting US businesses. Section 702, set to expire in 2024, permits surveillance without warrant. The pending vote will decide between HR 6570, focusing on civil liberties, and HR 6611, expanding the businesses required to share data with the US. … Read more
November 15, 2023 at 09:10AM FBI Director Christopher Wray urged lawmakers to reject a proposed warrant requirement for accessing data obtained through FISA Section 702. This amendment to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows warrantless surveillance of foreigners’ communications, also collects information on US persons. Wray emphasized the risks and resource limitations of implementing … Read more