‘Clocks can never be pushed back. It’s all a lie. And now it’s dark.’ —Daylight Saving Time
A top Chinese military contractor is building a data analytics platform to help authorities identify terrorists before they strike. […]
So far, more data has just meant more noise, security experts say.. […]
Since the Mao era, the government has kept a secret file, called a dang’an, on almost everyone. Dang’an contain school reports, health records, work permits, personality assessments, and other information that might be considered confidential and private in other countries. The contents of the dang’an can determine whether a citizen is eligible for a promotion or can secure a coveted urban residency permit. The government revealed last year that it was also building a nationwide database that would score citizens on their trustworthiness.
