2014-09-05
Margaret Blakers
The surveillance state and you
Webinar with Scott Ludlam
30 September 2014, 8 - 9pm
Law enforcement agencies used to have to get a warrant to tap your phone. But now it's much easier to track everything about any Australian's personal life – authorities ranging from police to the Australian Taxation Office and even the RSPCA can easily and quickly request 'metadata' about your phone calls, emails and movements. Senator Scott Ludlam will discuss this disturbing trend and why every Australian should be concerned about it.
Senator Ludlam is the Greens' spokesperson for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy.
To join a web seminar you need a computer with speakers and microphone, $6 to book if you're in Australia, or gratis if you're anywhere else on the planet. All welcome.
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