Apple is challenging the UK government’s renewed demand for access to encrypted iCloud backups of British users through the Investigatory Powers Tribunal. The tech giant reiterates it will never build a backdoor into its products, arguing it would weaken security for everyone. The UK says lawful access is essential for tackling terrorism, serious crime, and […]
Europese banken en fondsen investeerden eind 2025 minstens 27 miljard dollar in Palantir Technologies, ondanks zware kritiek op mensenrechten en democratische waarden. Het aandeel van Europese investeerders groeide met ruim 60%, terwijl het bedrijf gelinkt blijft aan surveillance, militaire operaties en migratiebeleid. Experts waarschuwen dat deze investeringen indirect een anti-democratische agenda versterken, mede door nauwe […]
UK PM Keir Starmer is preparing to unveil a nationwide digital ID scheme at the Labour Party conference. The plan aims to tighten immigration controls and curb illegal migration by linking ID checks to work and housing. Unlike Tony Blair’s failed 2000s ID card push, officials say today’s digital-first society makes adoption more viable. Supporters […]