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AP: Strict policies are needed for government agencies that collect information about citizens through Open Source Intelligence (OSINT).
The government intends to use information available online about citizens for the purpose of oversight and enforcement.
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The government intends to use information available online about citizens for the purpose of oversight and enforcement. This involves collecting personal data through so-called open-source intelligence (OSINT) research. This is evident from various legislative proposals. The Data Protection Authority (AP) sees significant risks for individuals.
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