Although there are lots of opposition to internet surveillance in the public, governments in different countries still implement various of policies to monitor data and information of their citizens. From the government perspective, internet surveillance can help to prevent and combat terrorism and crimes. However, in the citizens perspective, internet surveillance will invade their privacy. […]
The Strict Mass Surveillance, United States
The internet surveillance of United State (US) can be dated back to World War One. However, it becomes more and more common after the 911, 2011 attacks. The most noticeable event of internet surveillance is the PRISM program which monitors the telecommunication and stored data in large scale. The program comes to light as the […]
‘The most extreme surveillance law ever passed in a democracy’, United Kingdom
The recent internet surveillance law, Investigatory Powers Act 2016 in United Kingdom (UK) ignited intense discussion. The new bill was called ‘Snoopers’ charter’ and ‘The most extreme surveillance law ever passed in a democracy’. It requires the internet and communications companies to keep customers’ browser history for up to a year. Petitions, organisations and demonstrations […]
From Protection to Surveillance – European Union
The personal data privacy is well-developed in European Union (EU). The Data Protection Directive in the European Commission acts as a national law which requires the data controller (an individual or group who control and responsible for the keeping and use of personal information) to have strict data management practices. However, the EU implemented varies […]