# AP: Strict policies are needed for government agencies that collect information about citizens through Open Source Intelligence (OSINT).

- Type: News
- Source: Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens
- Date: 2025-11-19
- Canonical: https://overview.legal/posts/52076
- Topics: Personal Data, Public Authority, Public Sector, Supervisory Authorities, Scientific Research, Supervision, Human Resources, Law Enforcement

## Summary

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.

## Full text

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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