Spying
In Phone Spying Case, Judge Rules Against NSA
The ruling provided an unprecedented but narrow and largely symbolic victory to privacy advocates.
Russia, Estonia Exchange Alleged Spies
Episode reminiscent of a Cold War spy thriller follows heightened tensions between the neighbors.
The White House Responds to Petition to Pardon Snowden
"Mr. Snowden's dangerous decision to steal and disclose classified information had severe consequences."
Obama to Hollande: U.S. Committed to Ending 'Unacceptable' Spying Practices
Obama spoke with the french president after WikiLeaks revealed on Tuesday that Washington had spied on three French presidents.
Poll: Majority of Americans Want the Patriot Act Reformed
More than half the country believes the post 9/11 national security law should better protect Americans' privacy.
Edward Snowden Tells John Oliver the Reaction to His Leaks Is 'Vindication'
Edward Snowden urged Americans not to change their Internet habits because of the NSA.
CIA Involvement in Domestic Cell Spying Doesn't Surprise ACLU
The CIA provides the technology for a plane-assisted fake cell tower surveillance program.
The Russian Spy Who Came in Through the Email
Moscow says it nabbed the alleged spy in 2013. Why did it announce his arrest this week?
China Seeks Government Access to All Communications
Counterterrorism legislation could increase tensions with Silicon Valley and the U.S.
They're Listening! U.S., U.K. Intelligence Agencies Hack SIM Card Manufacturer
Together, the NSA and GCHQ harvested encryption keys to access global mobile communications.
ACLU: Plan to Expand FBI Search Powers May Compromise Cybersecurity
With little congressional involvement, the Justice Department is changing the rules about how law enforcement obtains warrants.
Russian Researchers Expose Breakthrough in U.S. Spying Program
A Moscow-based security software maker has exposed a series of Western cyber espionage operations.
Has the Government Spied on You? New Website to Allow You to Find Out
A UK-based privacy group has launched a website to submit requests to a British tribunal en masse.
How a Spy Thriller Became a Lethal Weapon
"Six Days of the Condor" inspired a hit movie—and an Iranian assassin. Spy novelist James Grady hopes his sequel won't get somebody killed.
Head of CIA's Spy Division Calls It Quits
Frank Archibald's departure comes amid reports that the spy agency will begin a controversial reorganization plan.
Snowden Documents Show UK Spies Stored Journalists' Emails
Around 70,000 emails were stored by GCHQ from media companies including the New York Times and the BBC.
Bill de Blasio Still Supports the NYPD in Muslim Spying Lawsuit
Despite saying the was "deeply troubled" by the case, de Blasio seemed to change his mind later.
U.K. Could Require Teachers to Report Would-Be Terrorists
A new proposed counterterrorism policy incorporates teachers at nurseries, schools and universities into state-spying apparatus.
CIA Behind UFO Sightings in 1950s and 1960s
Agency finally takes credit for mysterious flying objects spotted more than half a century ago.
Snowden Docs Lead to Discovery NSA Employees Spied on Spouses, Girlfriends
NSA reports released through FOIA lawsuit detail range of unlawful surveillance practices.
Estonian Intelligence Charges Double Agent with Treason After Spying for Russia for 15 Years
Former CAPO agent Uno Puusepp has been unveiled as a double agent for Russia's FSB
Head of GCHQ Says U.S. Tech Companies Are Shielding Terrorist Activity
Joins FBI directory in demanding greater access to personal data
Is Verizon's SugarString Banning Tech News Topics?
As reader-supported news vanishes, corporate-journalist hybrids may start drawing more red lines.
Christians Detained for Spying on China/North Korea
The Canadian coffee shop owners are accused of stealing Chinese military secrets
Germany's Spy Agency Is Ready To Shake Off Its Second Tier Reputation
German and US intelligence will eventually bury the hatchet, but Germany will no longer see itself as a 'vassal state'
CIA Says 'Oops. Sorry.' Capitulates on Intelligence Committee Spying Probe
CIA Director John Brennan was up on Capitol Hill hat in hand, apologizing to Feinstein and her Republican counterpart, committee Vice-Chair Saxby Chambliss
Germany Pushes Back Against U.S. and British Spying
Germany will look into all foreign spying agencies operating on their own soil
Nations Spying via Private Companies, U.N. Warns
Governments around the world exploit private companies to spy on citizens, a U.N. report says