UK government staff caught snooping on citizen data
What a surprise: the U.K. government was forced to reveal under Freedom of Information laws more than 1,000 civil servants have 'snooped' on British citizens' private data.
London Calling
Zack Whittaker reports on the latest technology news from the United Kingdom and Europe, served with buttered crumpets and a side of sarcasm.
Zack Whittaker
Zack Whittaker writes for ZDNet, CNET and CBS News. He is based in New York City.
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