New Evidence that Biometric Data Systems Imperil Afghans
Taliban Now Control Systems with Sensitive Personal Information
Technology and Rights
The internet and other technologies are critical tools to defend rights and hold powerful actors to account. But technology can also be used in ways that curtail rights and deepen inequality. We defend human rights in the digital age. We document how governments and companies restrict online speech and access to information. We investigate how digital surveillance tools, from hacking to facial recognition, are used to target activists, racial and ethnic minorities and workers. We expose the impact of AI and other data-driven technologies on the rights of workers and people living with poverty. We advocate for laws and policies that promote privacy, digital inclusion, and respect for human rights by social media platforms.
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AsiaWe call on the Cambodian authorities to revoke the Sub-Decree on the Establishment of the National Internet Gateway (NIG). Since passage of the sub-decree on February 16, 2021, the government has yet to address the serious human rights concerns raised by civil society groups and tech companies.
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Human Rights Watch Among Pegasus Spyware Targets
Governments Should Urgently Halt Trade in Surveillance Technology
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Greece: New Biometrics Policing Program Undermines Rights
Risk of Illegal Racial Profiling and Other Abuses
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Israel/Palestine: Facebook Censors Discussion of Rights Issues
Independent Investigation, Alignment with International Standards Needed
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Interview: Elon Musk, Twitter, and Human Rights
What Does a Billionaire Buying a Social Media Platform Mean for People?
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How Data Targets People Seeking Abortion
Information for Sale on Who Visited Women’s Health Clinic, How Long They Stayed
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India: Media Freedom Under Threat
Authorities Should Stop Targeting, Prosecuting Journalists and Online Critics
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New Evidence that Biometric Data Systems Imperil Afghans
Taliban Now Control Systems with Sensitive Personal Information
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Russia, Ukraine, and Social Media and Messaging Apps
Questions and Answers on Platform Accountability and Human Rights Responsibilities
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Tech Companies Should Prioritize Rights in Ukraine
Q&A Document on Social Media, Messaging Platforms’ Responsibilities
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Russia: With Tech Firms Pulling Out, Internet Spiraling into Isolation
Companies, Governments Should Ensure Rights
