[Special Issue News] The Privacy Arms Race: Game of drones

Drones are becoming more widespread, monitoring endangered wildlife, mapping rainforests, and filming athletes. And although there is little doubt that they can be very useful, they also pose new threats to privacy; the robotic fliers could film you in your own house or garden, for instance. Many countries are still debating how to balance privacy and freedom as drones proliferate, but current laws may offer some protection. In the United States, for instance, the Fourth Amendment, which protects citizens inside their homes from unreasonable searches and seizures without a warrant, may shield Americans from miniature government drones searching for illicit substances. Author: David Shultz
Source: Science: This Week - Category: Science Authors: Tags: The Privacy Arms Race Source Type: research