Big Brother is Watching: Trump's Palantir Data Deal Sparks Privacy Fears

Concerns Rise Over Trump Administration's Use of Palantir for Data Collection The use of Palantir, a data analytics firm, by the Trump administration to compile information on US citizens is raising significant privacy concerns. The issue was highlighted in a recent TikTok video by the creator therecount, who points to the potential for abuse of such a system. "Who is Big Brother in this situation: the company who owns the platform or the administration who chooses what to do with it?" asks therecount in the video, highlighting the ethical dilemma. Palantir's history includes substantial contracts with government agencies, including the CIA and FBI, raising questions about the scope and nature of data collection. The video also mentions the use of this data for purposes such as geolocating undocumented immigrants. While the video raises important questions, it's crucial to verify its claims with independent sources. The lack of transparency surrounding Palantir's contracts with the government further complicates the issue. The discussion highlights the need for greater oversight and regulation of data collection practices by government agencies.