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EFFector Vol. 35, No. 1 Wednesday, January 19, 2023
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A Publication of the Electronic Frontier Foundation
ISSN 1062-9424
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In our 787th issue:
* 2022 Year in Review
Throughout 2022, EFF won many hard-fought battles. We looked into the apps
used by daycare centers that collect and share information about the children
in their care, we continued our fight against police surveillance, we lobbied
hard for user protections in the EU’s Digital Services Act, and much much
more. And in the battles we have not won, we continue on, because it’s
important to stand up for what’s right, even if the road is long and rocky.
All of this is only possible because of EFF’s loyal members, supporters,
and all those who stood up and took action to build a better future.
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EFF Updates
* Audio Version of EFFector Newsletter
We're piloting an audio version of EFFector's Newsletter. We hope you enjoy
it!
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* The State of Online Free Expression Worldwide: 2022 in Review
From internet shutdowns to closed-door partnerships to attempts to restrict
anonymity, it’s been a tumultuous year for free expression globally. We had
hoped 2022 would be the year that activist Alaa Abd El Fattah was free from
prison, but the fight for his freedom continues.
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* A Year in Internet Surveillance and Resilience: 2022 in Review
Governments around the world use an array of different methods to alter basic
user security on the web to block and censor content. But we have also seen
new anti-censorship mechanisms assist people regaining access to the wider
world and keep technology open.
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* Data Sanctuary for Abortion and Trans Health Care: 2022 in Review
Following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, sheriffs and bounty hunters are
investigating and punishing individuals based on their location data, private
messages, and search history. Data sanctuary laws are strong protections for
people seeking abortion and transgender health care.
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* Fighting for the Digital Future of Books: 2022 in Review
EFF was proud to defend the Internet Archive throughout 2022 and we will keep
fighting for a robust and vibrant digital future. Informed citizens need
comprehensive libraries that meet people where they are. That means digital
spaces where everyone can use their resources.
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* Users Worldwide Said "Stop Scanning Us": 2022 in Review
The online conversations that bring us closer together can help build a world
that’s more free, fair, and creative. But talking to each other only works
when people have their human rights respected. The best tool to defend that
right in the digital world is end-to-end encryption.
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Announcements
* EFF at ShmooCon
EFF is excited to be back in Washington, DC for ShmooCon 2023 between January
20-22! Stop by the EFF booth to chat with some of our team and learn about
the latest developments in defending digital freedom for all.
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* USENIX Enigma
EFF is proud to support USENIX Enigma! This year's conference is in-person at
the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara in Santa Clara, CA between January 24-26.
Registration is open.
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* EFF at CactusCon
EFF is thrilled to attend CactusCon for the first time in Mesa, AZ between
January 27-28! Be sure to stop by our booth and chat with the team about all
things digital freedoms.
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Job Openings
* Senior System Administrator
EFF is seeking a full-time Senior System Administrator to build and maintain
the organization’s digital infrastructure as part of the Technical
Operations Department.
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* Legal Secretary
EFF is looking for an experienced professional to join our Legal team as a
Legal Secretary to support up to nine attorneys in their litigation,
appellate, and policy practices.
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* Chief Development Officer
EFF is looking for an experienced professional to lead the organization's
fundraising programs. The Chief Development Officer also serves as a member
of the senior management team and works with the Board of Directors.
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MiniLinks
- What TikTok Has on You (Foreign Policy)
In the absence of effective U.S. privacy laws that curb data collection
across the board, banning TikTok would be like putting a Band-Aid on a bigger
problem.
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- Robots in the Age of Digital Surveillance, Digital Surveillance in the Age of Robots (Stop Killer Robots)
Robots and drones, whether autonomous or remote-controlled, run on collected
data. Now is the time to demand more control over the technology your police
department has access to.
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- Louisiana's new porn law carries user privacy risks (NPR)
Porn is already used to trick people into downloading malware. Now sites have
a legal basis for asking a person to upload their identity info, potentially
leading to blackmail or identity theft.
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- Controversy illuminates rise of facial recognition in private sector (ABC News)
The Radio City Music Hall face recognition incident could just be the start.
The next step could be a ban on access or similar treatment for a customer
who gave a negative review on Yelp.
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- Safety advocates see red flags galore with new tech at CES show (Washington Post)
Many new gadgets at CES might pour gas on a fire and most consumer
electronics are not giving people the full picture that they need to evaluate
whether they want to use these tools.
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