News in “Human Rights”
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September 26, 2016 -
In The Media
"How a Chicago Foundation Helped Convict a War Criminal in Timbuktu"
September 22, 2016 -
Publication
Software Used to Censor Internet in Bahrain
A report by Citizen Lab alleges that Canadian-made software is being used by a repressive Mideast state to keep its citizens from learning about news, religion, and politics. Read More
August 25, 2016 -
Publication
Investigation Finds Spyware Sold to Governments Targets iPhones
A digital arms dealer is believed to have been taking advantage of three security vulnerabilities in popular Apple products in its efforts to spy on dissidents and journalists, according to an investigation by Citizen Lab. Read More
August 25, 2016 -
In The Media
"This Malware Sold to Governments Could Help Them Spy on iPhones, Researchers Say"
August 24, 2016 -
From the field
Tool Sheds Light on Destruction of World Heritage Sites in Mali
A digital tool provided key evidence of the destruction of historic monuments in the international trial against Ahmad Al Faqi Al Mahdi, who was charged with the intentional destruction of mausoleums and mosques in Mali. Read More
August 22, 2016 -
In The Media
"Islamic Extremist Pleads Guilty to Destroying Timbuktu Mausoleums in Landmark Trial"
August 19, 2016 -
In The Media
"Mexico Police Executed 22 On Michoacan Ranch In ‘Grave’ Rights Abuse, Report Finds"
August 5, 2016 -
Publication
Syrian Activists Targeted by Hackers
A report from Citizen Lab, recipient of the MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions, describes a malware operation targeting Syrian activists and links the activity to Iran. Read More
