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The Downside of Data Mining
Whatever you do on line — from filling out forms to making innocent requests for information — is subject to data mining. That can lead to unflattering profiles or put you on lists that can be damaging — even though the data is often wrong. We hear calls for transparency and regulation.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenWhatever you do on line — from filling out forms to making innocent requests for information — is subject to data mining. That can lead to unflattering profiles or put you on lists that can be damaging — even though the data is often wrong. We hear calls for transparency and regulation.
Also, the Ukrainian government is accused of using cluster bombs, and do campaign contributions threaten the independence of judges?
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3 storiesUkraine Government and Rebels Accused of Using Cluster Bombs
The Ukrainian Army is being accused of firing cluster munitions into Donetsk, a city of more than a million people now held by pro-Russian separatists. That’s according to Human Rights Watch, which says there’s evidence in the city and near artillery installations in Army-held territory.
Read the story7 minThe Downside of Data Mining
Your personal data's all over the Internet, and it's up for sale. Data mining is now big business, with some 4000 companies searching everything all of us do on line, looking for patterns and compiling lists for sale to marketers, financial institutions and perspective employers -- a nd don't forget about the NSA.
Read the story36 minWould Dialing for Dollars Corrupt the Judicial System?
The US Supreme Court’s controversial decision in the Citizens United case has unleashed untold millions of dollars in campaign spending—including anonymous contributions. What’s the impact on the judicial system in states where judges must stand for election?
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