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Free Speech in an Era of Self-Radicalization
In the social media era, there have been a number of terrorist attacks in America that, at least in part, could be attributed to “self-radicalization.” Self-radicalization refers to the phenomenon wherei... -
On Preventing the Widespread Use of a Law-Enforcement-Friendly iOS Patch
Apple has asserted that a one-time use of any software that would enable the FBI to bypass security features in the iPhone is impossible—that it would inevitably be used multiple times. In a previous po... -
Today's Headlines and Commentary
As the battle between Apple and the FBI continues, today, Apple filed a motion to vacate the order from the federal government to assist the FBI in accessing the locked and encrypted iPhone belonging to ... -
Apple and FBI: PIN Codes to Update Firmware, Code as Free Speech, Legislative Clarification
In three recent developments, Apple appears to want (1) to develop a security improvement that would require a PIN code to update firmware -
House Judiciary Hearing on International Conflicts of Law Concerning Cross Border Data Flow
The House Judiciary Committee heard testimony today on "International Conflicts of Law Concerning Cross Border Data Flow and Law Enforcement Requests." The two-panel hearing included remarks from Princip... -
Apple Brief! Get Yer Apple Brief Here!
You know you want one. Motion to Vacate Brief and Supporting Declarations -
Steptoe Cyberlaw Podcast: An Interview with Glenn Gerstell
What is the most surprising discovery a law firm partner makes when he jumps to the National Security Agency? I direct that and other questions at Glenn Gerstell, who has just finished six months in the ... -
Dispatch #8: Syria’s Other Government
GAZIANTEP, Turkey—”This looks so much like the countryside around Aleppo,” says Dr. Diaa Abdullah as we drive past green and rust-colored hills and olive groves between the Southeastern Turkish towns of ... -
Rational Security: The "How About them Apples?" Edition
FBI Director Jim Comey bites into Apple. The Obama administration unveils its plan for closing Guantanamo. And the Homeland Security Department will start scouring social media for warning signs of viole... -
Having an Open and Honest Debate About Security
Let’s not pretend that that the outcome the Justice Department seeks in the Apple case is limited to only a single case and just this particular phone. This unquestionably involves a special case. Becau... -
Trends and Predictions in Foreign Intelligence Surveillance: The FAA and Beyond
It is a strange time for national security. -
Introducing Aegis: Security Policy in Depth
We are delighted to announce the launch of Lawfare's new subsidiary page, called Aegis: Security Policy in Depth.
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