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Authoritative insights on surveillance, data brokers, and digital rights through research-backed articles and community polling.

Research & Analysis

Well-researched, clearly cited articles on digital surveillance and privacy rights

DATA BROKERS • 2024-12-15 • 8 min read

Understanding Data Brokers: The Hidden Digital Economy

An in-depth analysis of how data brokers collect, process, and sell personal information, creating a 'digital prison' of surveillance capitalism.

#data brokers#privacy#surveillance capitalism

By Digital-Prison Research Team

Sources:

• Federal Trade Commission Data Broker Report 2024
• Electronic Frontier Foundation Privacy Studies
• Academic Research on Digital Surveillance

DIGITAL ID • 2024-12-10 • 12 min read

The Rise of Digital Identity Systems: Freedom or Control?

Examining global trends in digital ID implementation and their implications for privacy, freedom, and human rights.

#digital ID#biometrics#government surveillance

By Policy Analysis Team

Sources:

• World Bank Digital ID Reports
• Privacy International Research
• UN Special Rapporteur on Privacy

SURVEILLANCE • 2024-12-05 • 15 min read

Surveillance State 2024: Mapping the Digital Panopticon

A comprehensive overview of surveillance technologies deployed by governments and corporations worldwide.

#surveillance#facial recognition#mass surveillance

By Surveillance Research Division

Sources:

• Amnesty International Tech Reports
• ACLU Surveillance Studies
• Academic Privacy Research

POLICY • 2024-11-28 • 10 min read

Policy Brief: Reforming Data Protection Laws

Analysis of current data protection legislation and recommendations for strengthening privacy rights.

#policy#legislation#data protection

By Legal Policy Team

Sources:

• GDPR Implementation Studies
• CCPA Effectiveness Analysis
• Congressional Privacy Hearings

DIGITAL ID • 2024-12-01 • 11 min read

CBDC Alert: The Coming Digital Dollar and Your Privacy

What Central Bank Digital Currencies mean for financial privacy and government surveillance capabilities.

#CBDC#financial privacy#digital currency

By Financial Privacy Team

Sources:

• Federal Reserve CBDC Research
• Bank for International Settlements Reports
• Privacy Advocacy Group Analysis

Community Polling Station

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Active Polls

Active Poll DATA BROKERS

Do you believe companies should be legally required to let individuals opt out of data sales?

Help us understand public opinion on mandatory opt-out rights for personal data sales.

Yes, absolutely

Only with certain restrictions

No, companies should be free to sell data

0 votes Created 2024-12-15

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Active Poll DATA BROKERS

Have you ever requested removal of your personal data from a data broker?

Understanding public experience with data broker opt-out processes.

Yes, successfully

Yes, but not successfully

No, never tried

I didn't know it was possible

0 votes Created 2024-12-10

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Active Poll SURVEILLANCE

Do you think facial recognition technology in public spaces should be:

Your opinion on facial recognition deployment in public areas.

Fully banned

Allowed only for law enforcement with warrants

Allowed for both public and private use

No restrictions at all

0 votes Created 2024-12-08

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Active Poll SURVEILLANCE

Which form of surveillance worries you most?

Help us prioritize our research and advocacy efforts.

Government monitoring (CCTV, NSA, etc.)

Corporate tracking (apps, websites, data brokers)

Internet of Things (smart homes, cars, wearables)

Biometric ID systems (fingerprint, iris, voice)

0 votes Created 2024-12-05

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Active Poll DIGITAL ID

Would you trust a government-issued Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)?

Understanding public sentiment on digital currencies issued by central banks.

Yes, I would use it

Maybe, but only if it had privacy protections

No, I don't trust it

0 votes Created 2024-12-01

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Active Poll DATA BROKERS

Should data collection be changed from 'opt-out' to 'opt-in' by default?

Should data brokers and companies be required to ask explicit permission BEFORE collecting or using any personal data?

Yes, explicit permission required before any data collection

Yes, but with exceptions for essential services

Hybrid approach - opt-in for sensitive data, opt-out for basic data

No, current opt-out system is sufficient

0 votes Created 2024-12-20

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Results Archive

Completed POLICY

Who should regulate data brokers?

Public opinion on regulatory oversight of the data broker industry.

Federal government 44% (89 votes)

State governments 17% (34 votes)

Independent watchdog groups 33% (67 votes)

No regulation is needed 6% (12 votes)

202 total votes Completed 2024-11-20

Completed POLICY

Should citizens have the legal right to 'digital anonymity' online?

Exploring support for legal protections of online anonymity.

Yes, protected by law 61% (156 votes)

Only under certain conditions 30% (78 votes)

No, anonymity encourages crime 9% (23 votes)

257 total votes Completed 2024-11-15

Completed DIGITAL ID

Do you believe digital IDs could lead to:

Assessing public perception of digital identity system outcomes.

Increased security and efficiency 16% (45 votes)

Loss of freedoms and privacy 47% (134 votes)

Both equally 31% (89 votes)

Neither 6% (18 votes)

286 total votes Completed 2024-11-10

Completed AWARENESS

Do you feel aware of how much of your personal data is collected daily?

Measuring public awareness of daily data collection practices.

Very aware 26% (67 votes)

Somewhat aware 57% (145 votes)

Not aware at all 17% (43 votes)

255 total votes Completed 2024-11-05

Completed AWARENESS

What's your biggest concern about the 'Digital Prison'?

Understanding primary concerns about digital surveillance and control.

Loss of privacy 26% (98 votes)

Government control 23% (87 votes)

Corporate power 20% (76 votes)

Social manipulation (e.g., elections, ads) 30% (112 votes)

373 total votes Completed 2024-10-28

Completed POLICY

Should the U.S. have a national 'Do Not Track' law (similar to 'Do Not Call')?

Support for comprehensive tracking opt-out legislation.

Yes 68% (189 votes)

Maybe, depending on how it's enforced 24% (67 votes)

No 8% (21 votes)

277 total votes Completed 2024-10-20

Completed POLICY

Should data brokers be required to register in a public national registry?

Opinion on transparency requirements for data broker operations.

Yes, full transparency 72% (167 votes)

Yes, but only for certain industries 19% (45 votes)

No, unnecessary regulation 8% (19 votes)

231 total votes Completed 2024-10-15

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