Berlin Group Opposes Palantir Software Implementation
Protest Against Palantir Software in Berlin On the 3rd, a social organization in Berlin, Germany, organized a protest against the potential introduction of Palantir software. The demonstration used protest tools shaped like a Trojan horse, symbolizing what the group described as "covert infiltration." This visual metaphor was intended to highlight concerns about the implications of adopting such technology. The German federal government has proposed the use of software from the U.S.-based big data analysis company Palantir for crime prevention purposes. However, this initiative has faced significant opposition from various groups and individuals who argue that it poses a threat to citizens' freedoms. Concerns Over Data Privacy and Surveillance One of the primary concerns raised by critics is the issue of data privacy. Palantir's software is designed to analyze large volumes of data, which could include personal information about citizens. Opponents worry that this...