Beware: Server in the Sky
Friday, January 18th, 2008 by Claude
Why is it necessary for me to read news from agencies outside of the US to find out about non-pop culture/political stumping events that are happening inside the US (and outside, for that matter)?
Guardian has reported about the FBI wanting instant access to all British identity data. Of course to fight global terrorism, but the article goes on to say:
The US-initiated programme, “Server in the Sky”, would take cooperation between the police forces way beyond the current faxing of fingerprints across the Atlantic. Allies in the “war against terror” - the US, UK, Australia, Canada and New Zealand - have formed a working group, the International Information Consortium, to plan their strategy.
Biometric measurements, irises or palm prints as well as fingerprints, and other personal information are likely to be exchanged across the network. One section will feature the world’s most wanted suspects. The database could hold details of millions of criminals and suspects.
The FBI is keen for the police forces of American allies to sign up to improve international security. The Home Office yesterday confirmed it was aware of Server in the Sky, as did the Metropolitan police.
With the inception of REAL ID …this will be the next step. Secure everyone by collecting everyone’s data, why limit it to terrorists and criminals? Who knows, you could be the next criminal or terrorist…we should get your data now, while the getting is good!
