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June 6, 2014 03:49 pm GMT

Vodafone's Unprecedented Report Reveals Extent of Gov't Snooping

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LONDON — Vodafone, one of the world's largest cellphone companies, has revealed the scope of government snooping into phone networks, saying authorities in some countries are able to directly access an operator's network.

The company outlined the details in its 40,000-word Law Enforcement Disclosure report that is described as the first of its kind, covering 29 countries in which it directly operates.

See also: The 10 Biggest Revelations From Edward Snowden's Leaks

In reference to metadata, the company pointed out that it's possible to "learn a great deal about an individual’s movements, interests and relationships" from studying this information. Vodafone said Friday that in a small number of countries, authorities "must have direct access to an operator's network." Read more...

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