How Freedom Tech Is Pushing Back Against Digital Authoritarianism

Date Published

June 17, 2026

Topics

Targeted Surveillance
Pegasus, spyware

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Siena Anstis

John Scott-Railton

Senior legal advisor Siena Anstis and senior researcher John Scott-Railton spoke with Forbes about the lagging legal safeguards that allow spyware to proliferate. 

Scott-Railton warns that “companies’ incentives, for the most part, misalign with your personal privacy.” They recommend practical steps to protect yourself, including turning on Apple’s Lockdown Mode, visiting Security Planner, or reaching out to Access Now’s helpline.  

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