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From crisis to conflict, we must defend digital rights when people need them most

29 May 2023

People feel restrictions on digital rights most intensely in situations of crisis, conflict, or disaster. Here’s how we are safeguarding people’s digital rights in times of both war and peace.

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From crisis to conflict, we must defend digital rights when people need them most
29 May 2023
From crisis to conflict, we must defend digital rights when people need them most
Guide: How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)

How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)

26 Apr 2023

If you are in the EU, here are the simple three steps to opt out from TikTok’s targeted ads.

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How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)
26 Apr 2023
How to get rid of targeted ads on TikTok (only in the EU)

In the EU, facial recognition in schools gets an F in data protection

10 Dec 2019

No matter what new technology is deployed, the EU and its member states must implement and uphold the GDPR.

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In the EU, facial recognition in schools gets an F in data protection
10 Dec 2019
In the EU, facial recognition in schools gets an F in data protection
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EU member states are watering down spyware regulation

15 Nov 2018

Some EU member states are attempting to block curbs on the export of surveillance equipment to abusive regimes, threatening human rights around the world.

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EU member states are watering down spyware regulation
15 Nov 2018
EU member states are watering down spyware regulation

Time’s up! …for data retention mandates across the EU

25 Jan 2017

Our take on what the CJEU ruling on data retention means for the future of privacy in Europe.

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Time’s up! …for data retention mandates across the EU
25 Jan 2017
Time’s up! …for data retention mandates across the EU
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First TeliaSonera transparency report released

25 Aug 2014

The company disclosed surveillance requests from its two home jurisdictions, along with promises of more comprehensive reports to be released every six months.

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First TeliaSonera transparency report released
25 Aug 2014
First TeliaSonera transparency report released

More heads roll as TeliaSonera probes deals with ‘dictator’s daughter’

3 Dec 2013

Swedish telco TeliaSonera is taking further steps to remedy its involvement in corrupt business deals in Uzbekistan, most recently by Monday’s ousting of four senior executives.

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More heads roll as TeliaSonera probes deals with ‘dictator’s daughter’
3 Dec 2013
More heads roll as TeliaSonera probes deals with ‘dictator’s daughter’

Teliasonera CEO resigns in wake of corruption probe

1 Feb 2013

Amid allegations of corruption and bribery in Uzbekistan, Swedish telco giant TeliaSonera’s chief executive resigned today after an independent probe found faults with the company’s due diligence in securing the contract.

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Teliasonera CEO resigns in wake of corruption probe
1 Feb 2013
Teliasonera CEO resigns in wake of corruption probe