Enhancing Surveillance: ICE’s $5.7 Million Contract with Zignal Labs
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has taken a significant step in surveillance technology by securing a $5.7 million contract for AI-driven social media monitoring from Zignal Labs. This five-year deal, effective from September, demonstrates ICE’s commitment to bolstering its social media surveillance capabilities.
Key Highlights:
- AI and Machine Learning: Zignal Labs analyzes over 8 billion social media posts daily, offering real-time threat detection.
- Previous Collaborations: The Department of Homeland Security has used Zignal in the past, highlighting its relevance in national security.
- Civil Liberties Concerns: Advocacy groups express alarm over the implications for free speech and privacy violations, stressing the need for accountability in surveillance practices.
With this increase in digital monitoring, the conversation around governmental oversight intensifies. Are we aware of the impacts on our privacy and free speech?
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