Electronic Frontier Foundation.
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- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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The Trump administration rolled out an AI pilot program for Medicare, while Republicans voted down efforts to release documents, and the EFF released federal documents about the program.Some support1 report
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Governor Spencer Cox signed a law in Utah, which subsequently raised concerns about its legality from the Electronic Frontier Foundation.Some support2 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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EFF analyzed search logs of the Flock camera system.Some support1 report
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Alexander joined the Electronic Frontier Foundation's Board of Directors, bringing experience from his time at Twitter and Google.Some support1 report
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A city council backed civil liberties groups in Santa Cruz, leading to an ordinance limiting the use of predictive policing software and warnings from a chief.Some support1 report
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EFF warns against privacy threats from bills being considered by the House of Representatives.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A bill concerning the Sunset Section 230 Act was introduced in the House of Representatives, co-sponsored by Jimmy Patronis and Mark DeSaulnier.Some support1 report
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A bill named after Adam Raine, intended to safeguard youth, was criticized by the Electronic Frontier Foundation for privacy concerns.Some support4 reports
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Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1709 on September 9, 2026, despite opposition from the Electronic Frontier Foundation.Well supported8 reports
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The event lists historical instances involving Apple, EFF, and DJI, including store closures during COVID-19, EFF criticism, and US entity list flags against DJI.Some support1 report
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Google is facing scrutiny over its privacy stance, with civil liberties groups monitoring its practices and commentators discussing search warrant scope.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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The highest court in France has struck down the national ban on children under 15, a ruling welcomed by the EFF.Some support1 report
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Great Britain and the US are developing mass surveillance systems, while the EFF discusses AI tracking risks and local governments expand Flock Safety use.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Senate and advocacy groups react to the Kids Online Safety Act, with Blumenthal introducing the Senate version.Some support2 reports
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Trump's FCC plan proposes increased consumer data collection, which EFF notes will do little to combat scams.Some support1 report1 development inside
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EFF warns FCC about privacy risks related to ongoing government proposals and data collection practices.Some support1 report
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The Electronic Frontier Foundation is questioning the legality of patron database collection practices involving PatronScan kiosks.Some support1 report
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ACLU advocates against company's surveillance practices, while EFF supports legal challenges against the company.Well supported4 reports
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Database tracks police technology usage across the United States, compiled by the Electronic Frontier Foundation.Well supported3 reports
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A cybersecurity expert from the Electronic Frontier Foundation is discussing issues related to the Google Pixel phones.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Grocery Outlet, based in Emeryville, has locations in Pleasant Hill and Concord, and its technology compliance was reviewed by the EFF.Some support5 reports
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Flock Safety CEO contrasted the surveillance industry with the Electronic Frontier Foundation.Some support1 report
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Both USA Today and the Electronic Frontier Foundation are currently targets of media integrity issues.Some support1 report
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Cory Doctorow and the Electronic Frontier Foundation discussed the unsustainable nature of AI hype and digital rights.Some support1 report
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A joint cloud contract worth $1.2 billion involving Google and Amazon is under scrutiny, with ties to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and the Electronic Frontier Foundation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Devin Washburn has designed the iconic cover for a book discussing the concept of 'Enshittification,' which describes the accelerating decay of online platforms and services.Some support1 report
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Around Electronic Frontier Foundation this week
News at the entities that move Electronic Frontier Foundation most-
Greg Abbott StructuralThe current election cycle is being used to test political viability, leveraging corporate relocations for state growth.Moves Electronic Frontier Foundation
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Alexander StructuralGulf Coast Social Services operates in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.Moves Electronic Frontier Foundation
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Gavin Newsom OperationalGovernor Newsom vetoed a bill opposed by the American Beverage Association and backed by Californians Against Waste.Moves Electronic Frontier Foundation
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Flock Safety OperationalCounty leaders in Fairfax County are reviewing a potential partnership with the surveillance technology company Flock Safety.Moves Electronic Frontier Foundation
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California OperationalFederal government imposed new restrictions on provider taxes, while Limón spoke to reporters via CalMatters.Moves Electronic Frontier Foundation
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house of representatives OperationalDonald Trump appoints Bill Pulte as DNI; Pulte splits time between DC and Florida, while Kash Patel faces criticism for jet misuse.Moves Electronic Frontier Foundation
Connections
The 32 strongest of 58, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Gavin Newsom Operational
EFF actively monitors, critiques, and lobbies against or supports policy decisions made by Gavin Newsom.
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Flock Safety Operational
EFF actively scrutinizes and reports on Flock Safety's surveillance industry practices and pilot programs.
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Greg Abbott Structural
Abbott's political and executive actions provide the specific targets and substance that fuel the opposition efforts of the EFF.
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Jillian York Structural
Jillian York serves as a Director of international freedom of expression at the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
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Alexander Structural
Alexander serves as a member of the Electronic Frontier Foundation's Board of Directors.
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California Operational
EFF monitors and actively opposes legislative and regulatory actions taken by the State of California.
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house of representatives Operational
The EFF actively monitors and issues warnings regarding privacy threats stemming from House of Representatives legislation.
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Google Operational
EFF monitors and critiques Google's corporate practices, particularly regarding government contracts and transparency issues.
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Christophe Boutry Structural
Christophe Boutry is affiliated with the Electronic Frontier Foundation as a cybersecurity expert.
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Cory Doctorow Operational
Cory Doctorow collaborates with the Electronic Frontier Foundation on issues related to digital rights.
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Ron DeSantis Operational
DeSantis's policy stances are subject to scrutiny and criticism regarding surveillance technology by the EFF.
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Illinois Operational
The Electronic Frontier Foundation actively engages in policy advocacy regarding state legislation in Illinois.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Operational
EFF advocates for specific operational standards regarding warrants before digital collection by the FBI.
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Grocery Outlet Structural
EFF reviews Grocery Outlet's technology compliance as part of its advocacy mandate.
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Federal Trade Commission Operational
The Electronic Frontier Foundation actively opposes policy proposals put forth by the Federal Trade Commission regarding AI accuracy.
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Italy Mentioned together
Both entities are mentioned in commentary regarding international technology policy issues.
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Meta Operational
The Electronic Frontier Foundation monitors and scrutinizes Meta's practices regarding biometric data and AI development.
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Loveland Shared context
EFF addresses surveillance issues within the jurisdiction of Loveland.
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Apple Inc. Operational
The Electronic Frontier Foundation has actively engaged in policy advocacy, criticizing campaigns against Apple's features.
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city council Operational
The city council backed civil liberties groups in Santa Cruz, indicating a coalition with organizations like the EFF.
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Utah Shared context
EFF operates within the legal and political context of Utah, specifically regarding its laws.
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Federal Communications Commission Mentioned together
The EFF monitors and critiques proposals and actions originating from the FCC.
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Missouri Operational
EFF monitors and provides critical oversight regarding new laws and policies enacted by the State of Missouri.
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Alameda County Shared context
The two entities exist within the same sphere of technology and governance, though the specific nature of their interaction is not detailed in the evidence.
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Florida Highway Patrol Mentioned together
EFF publishes reports detailing FHP's access to surveillance technologies.
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Medicare Mentioned together
The Electronic Frontier Foundation released federal documents concerning the Medicare program.
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Idaho Shared context
EFF advocates against mass surveillance technology use within the context of Idaho.
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senate Operational
The Electronic Frontier Foundation advocates for the Senate to reject the Kids Online Safety Act.
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House Operational
EFF actively engages in policy advocacy and commentary regarding legislation debated by members of the House.
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USA Today Mentioned together
Both USA Today and Electronic Frontier Foundation are noted as targets of media integrity issues.
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Pennsylvania Mentioned together
EFF collects and compiles data regarding the use of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) by law enforcement agencies within Pennsylvania.
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Brendan Carr Mentioned together
No direct evidence was found linking Brendan Carr and the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
8 events- The Trump administration rolled out an AI pilot program for Medicare, while Republicans voted down efforts to release documents, and the EFF released federal documents about the program.
- EFF analyzed search logs of the Flock camera system.
- Alexander joined the Electronic Frontier Foundation's Board of Directors, bringing experience from his time at Twitter and Google.
- A city council backed civil liberties groups in Santa Cruz, leading to an ordinance limiting the use of predictive policing software and warnings from a chief.
- A bill concerning the Sunset Section 230 Act was introduced in the House of Representatives, co-sponsored by Jimmy Patronis and Mark DeSaulnier.
- A bill named after Adam Raine, intended to safeguard youth, was criticized by the Electronic Frontier Foundation for privacy concerns.
- Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1709 on September 9, 2026, despite opposition from the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
- The event lists historical instances involving Apple, EFF, and DJI, including store closures during COVID-19, EFF criticism, and US entity list flags against DJI.
August 2026
7 events- Governor Spencer Cox signed a law in Utah, which subsequently raised concerns about its legality from the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
- EFF warns against privacy threats from bills being considered by the House of Representatives.
- The highest court in France has struck down the national ban on children under 15, a ruling welcomed by the EFF.
- Great Britain and the US are developing mass surveillance systems, while the EFF discusses AI tracking risks and local governments expand Flock Safety use.
- Senate and advocacy groups react to the Kids Online Safety Act, with Blumenthal introducing the Senate version.
- EFF warns FCC about privacy risks related to ongoing government proposals and data collection practices.
- The Electronic Frontier Foundation is questioning the legality of patron database collection practices involving PatronScan kiosks.
July 2026
5 events- ACLU advocates against company's surveillance practices, while EFF supports legal challenges against the company.
- Database tracks police technology usage across the United States, compiled by the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
- A cybersecurity expert from the Electronic Frontier Foundation is discussing issues related to the Google Pixel phones.
- Grocery Outlet, based in Emeryville, has locations in Pleasant Hill and Concord, and its technology compliance was reviewed by the EFF.
- Flock Safety CEO contrasted the surveillance industry with the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
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June 2026
6 events- Google is facing scrutiny over its privacy stance, with civil liberties groups monitoring its practices and commentators discussing search warrant scope.
- Trump's FCC plan proposes increased consumer data collection, which EFF notes will do little to combat scams.
- Both USA Today and the Electronic Frontier Foundation are currently targets of media integrity issues.
- Cory Doctorow and the Electronic Frontier Foundation discussed the unsustainable nature of AI hype and digital rights.
- A joint cloud contract worth $1.2 billion involving Google and Amazon is under scrutiny, with ties to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
- Devin Washburn has designed the iconic cover for a book discussing the concept of 'Enshittification,' which describes the accelerating decay of online platforms and services.