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Chris Köver
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Writer, Podcaster and Editor, Netzpolitik.org
Berlin
Beats
Business, Conflict, Economy, International Affairs, Human Trafficking
Content
By Chris Köver Verified| Netzpolitik.org@ For months, the passport data of thousands of people was accessible on the internet. Lists containing names, dates of birth, and passport numbers were freely available for download to anyone who visited the website of the Belgian data marketplace „Databroker“. netzpolitik.org uncovered the data leak last July. The Belgian data protection authority is responsible for the case, but declined to comment publicly. The agency is not allowed to talk about ongoing or potential investigations.
By Chris Köver Verified| Netzpolitik.org@ Als das BKA vor zwei Wochen erstmals ein Lagebild zu geschlechtsspezifischer Gewalt vorstellte, ging es vor allem um die darin erfassten fast 1.000 versuchten Femizide im vergangenen Jahr und die erneut gestiegene Anzahl von Fällen häuslicher Gewalt. Erst ein zweiter Blick offenbarte, dass sich im Lagebild eine weitere Form von Gewalt fand, die Frauen und Mädchen laut Statistik überproportional oft trifft: digitale Gewalt.
By Chris Köver Verified| Netzpolitik.org@ For months, the passport data of thousands of people was accessible on the internet. Lists containing names, dates of birth, and passport numbers were freely available for download to anyone who visited the website of the Belgian data marketplace „Databroker“. netzpolitik.org uncovered the data leak last July. The Belgian data protection authority is responsible for the case, but declined to comment publicly. The agency is not allowed to talk about ongoing or potential investigations.
Company Info
Netzpolitik.org
netzpolitik.org is an influential online platform dedicated to digital rights and freedoms, founded in 2004 by internet activist Markus Beckendahl. Primarily operating in German, it also offers occasional English translations. The platform empowers individuals to advocate for digital rights and critically examines the relationship between the internet, society, and politics. The mission of netzpolitik.org is to promote digital freedom and its political implementation. It addresses various areas affected by digitalization, including big data, state security, education, media, and the environment. The platform provides news, background research, and independent investigations on topics like data security, surveillance, and user rights. It also raises public awareness through document leaks and advocacy efforts, playing a significant role in political actions against government surveillance initiatives. Recognized for its impactful work, netzpolitik.org has received several awards, including the Grimme Online Award. It serves as a valuable resource for journalists, researchers, and the public interested in digital rights and internet policy issues.
Founded: 2004