Facial recognition risks being weaponized by law enforcement against marginalised communities around the world. From New Delhi to New York, this invasive technology turns our identities against us and undermines human rights. Matt Mahmoudi, AI and Human Rights Researcher at Amnesty International. Introduction Facial surveillance systems are sophisticated technological applications that facilitate the identification and […]
The perilous journey and continued struggles of Rohingya refugees seeking safety and stability
“Abuses by police in the Cox’s Bazar camps have left Rohingya refugees suffering at the hands of the very forces who are supposed to protect them…” – Shayna Bauchner, Asia researcher at Human Rights Watch. 1. Who are the Rohingya? The Rohingya are a Muslim minority group […]
Digital Security Act 2018: Stamping out journalistic freedom and voice of dissent in Bangladesh?
Digital Security Act (DSA) 2018 was passed in Bangladesh on Oct 1, 2018, to address cybercrime and related issues. The law was introduced to update and replace the previous Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Act, which had been criticized for its overly broad provisions and potential for misuse. DSA criminalizes a wide range of online […]
