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Tougher Rules, Speeding Tracking Cameras Under Review for Atchafalaya Basin Bridge

15

Apr

2022

Tougher Rules, Speeding Tracking Cameras Under Review for Atchafalaya Basin Bridge

Legislation to designate the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge as a "highway safety corridor" cleared a Louisiana Senate committee Thursday afternoon which would allow the state to use cameras to track driver's speed.

Drivers Could Be Fined £1,000 for Not Drinking Enough WATER -- Here's How to Avoid Being Caught Out

15

Apr

2022

Nanny State

Drivers Could Be Fined £1,000 for Not Drinking Enough WATER -- Here's How to Avoid Being Caught Out

The extraordinary rule means it is essential for motorists to quench their thirsts after embarking on lengthy journeys.

Forget State Surveillance. Our Tracking Devices Are Now Doing the Same Job

14

Apr

2022

Surveillance

Forget State Surveillance. Our Tracking Devices Are Now Doing the Same Job

While gizmos such as Apple's AirTags are undeniably useful, they carry with them the danger of privacy abuses.

Speed Camera App Faces Backlash for Promoting "Snitch Culture" With AI Tech

12

Apr

2022

Speed Cameras

Speed Camera App Faces Backlash for Promoting "Snitch Culture" With AI Tech

The Speedcam Anywhere app can turn phones into a speed camera with AI technology by detecting the vehicle's speed and reporting it to the community.

Techlore: Privacy Specialist Responds to John Oliver's "Data Brokers" Segment!

12

Apr

2022

Surveillance

Techlore: Privacy Specialist Responds to John Oliver's "Data Brokers" Segment!

John Oliver's "data brokers" show explores many privacy & security concepts. Let's dive into commentary regarding the episode.

12

Apr

2022

Surveillance

John Oliver: Data Brokers

John Oliver discusses how much data brokers know about us, what they’re doing with our personal information, and one….unusual way to change privacy laws.

12

Apr

2022

Driverless Vehicles

Cops Pull Over Driverless Car

HAL 9000 got pulled over. Didn't have headlights on.

Four States Take Action on Ticket Cameras

08

Apr

2022

Speed Cameras

Four States Take Action on Ticket Cameras

State lawmakers around the country are pursuing rules on the use of automated cameras to ticket drivers.

Bellona Avenue Residents Demand City Address Speeding, Crashes

07

Apr

2022

Speed Cameras

Bellona Avenue Residents Demand City Address Speeding, Crashes

Frustration has grown in many Baltimore communities over a lack of traffic enforcement amid an increase in speeding and reckless drivers in a situation exacerbated by the pandemic.