Biometrics: Giving the Government the Finger

A federal court has ruled that suspects can’t be forced to provide a biometric key to unlock their digital devices during an investigation. When two individuals were involved in a Facebook sextortion case, threatening to release an embarrassing … Continue reading Biometrics: Giving the Government the Finger

Core Tor Developer who accuses FBI of Harassment moves to Germany

One of TOR’s primary software developers, Isis Agora Lovecruft, has fled to Germany, following the threat of a federal subpoena.

Lovecruft is a well-known cryptographer and lead software developer for Tor project from many years. She has worked for a … Continue reading Core Tor Developer who accuses FBI of Harassment moves to Germany

Encrypted Smartphone Network Seized by Dutch Police for Criminal Investigation

On Tuesday, the Dutch Police arrested a 36-year-old man, Danny Manupassa, on suspicion of money laundering and involvement in selling encrypted smartphones to criminals.

Manupassa owns a company called Ennetcom, which provides customized Blackberry Ph… Continue reading Encrypted Smartphone Network Seized by Dutch Police for Criminal Investigation