Edward Snowden

Edward Snowden: Information control will continue to get worse

Snowden: 'This is not going to be fearful conversations from paranoia acts, this is going to be everyone.'

Snowden: We're being forced to give up ownership of identity

Edward Snowden says that increase in data collection in the modern age is causing the disempowerment of the individual.

Snowden: What happens if everyone says 'it's not my job?'

Edward Snowden explains what led him to become a whistleblower on government surveillance activities.

Edward Snowden on dangers of Silicon Valley censorship

Whistleblower Edward Snowden says focus must be on long-term impact of censorship measures, since gov'ts and companies constantly change.

Edward Snowden: Solution to disinformation - thinking critically

Edward Snowden speaks with MSNBC.

Snowden issues surveillance warning to Israelis

Former CIA employee who leaked US government secrets warns Israelis over state surveillance, criticizes private Israeli cyber firms.

Edward Snowden:

World's most wanted man in first public Israel appearance

CIA and NSA employee who revealed reams of classified information showing US intelligence agencies spying on citizens to address Israel.

US orders troops to stop using private drones

US Military orders immediate halt to private drone use over fears of hacking by adversaries.

Growing evidence that Russian hackers attacked the DNC

A report by Fox News experts raises questions about several coincidental high-profile hacks. "It's very interesting timing."

Germany: Snowden wanted to help Russia, not fight injustice

German intelligence chiefs express suspicion NSA whistleblower focusing on Western actions.

Allies?

Revealed: US, UK infiltrated Israeli intelligence

Newly released Snowden documents expose 18-year hacking of Israeli drone missions; 'the most serious leak in Israeli intelligence history.'

Steinitz 'disappointed' in 18-years of US spying

Minister responds to revelation of intelligence breach program, saying 'US spies on everyone, but we haven't spied on them for decades.'

In 2035, Edward Snowden will be president

At least that's what Russia's RT TV station thinks - or hopes - in a clip celebrating its 10-year anniversary.

EU votes to drop charges against Edward Snowden

European parliament passes non-binding resolution to recognize Snowden as 'human rights defender'; US unmoved.

Leak: US Spied on Israeli Communications in Syria

Leak reveals Israel killed a top Syrian commando in 2008 during a party in his home; US had access to Israeli military communications.

Chinese, Russian Agents Hack Sensitive Snowden Documents

Documents put tens of British, American agents at risk of exposure; Snowden accused of having 'blood on his hands' for the leak.

Israeli, UK, US Spies Cooperated to Monitor Iranian Leaders

Document leaked from NSA contractor Edward Snowden reveals trilateral arrangement between NSA, GCHQ, and IDF's 8200.

Report: Snowden Leaked NSA 'Deal' with Israel

Interviewer claims Snowden leaked 'deal' for NSA to share spying information on Palestinian Arabs with Israel, via Unit 8200.

Book Claims Israel Spied on Pres. Clinton During Peace Talks

Do leaked transcripts and 'secret documents' raise the specter of an 'Israeli Edward Snowden'?

Edward Snowden Claims US 'Forced' Him to Stay in Russia

Snowden, Kerry trade barbs over NSA leaks. Kerry: 'A real man would turn himself in.'

US Files Espionage Indictments Against Chinese Military

Nuclear technology, metal, and solar companies allegedly targeted in Chinese spy ring.

Zuckerberg Phones Obama to Complain About NSA Spying

Facebook founder calls President Obama in the wake of report that the NSA took advantage of Facebook for its spying program.

NSA Used 'Angry Birds' to Spy on Users

New Snowden documents reveal: Spy agencies used "leaky" smartphone apps to collect information.

American Lawmakers Hint: Snowden Had Help from Russia

Two Republican lawmakers suggest that Edward Snowden may have received help from a foreign power.

Obama Announces Reforms in NSA Surveillance

Obama proposes new protections for people whose information was collected, announces NSA will stop targeting friendly world leaders.

NSA Collected 200 Million Text Messages a Day

The NSA has collected almost 200 million text messages a day from across the globe, reveal Edward Snowden documents.

Obama Invites Merkel to Washington After Spying Row

President Obama invites German Chancellor to Washington, hoping to mend fences after revelations of U.S. eavesdropping on her cellphone.

'There Are More Snowden Documents on Israel'

Glenn Greenwald, publisher of the Snowden documents, says Israel “absolutely right” in linking NSA spying to Pollard.

NSA Surveillance is Legal, Rules Federal Judge

Federal judge in New York rules that the NSA's bulk collection of data on nearly every phone call made in the United States is legal.

Snowden: 'My Mission Is Accomplished, I Already Won'

NSA whistleblower says in rare interview that his leaking of US spying documents has given society a 'chance to change itself.'

'Strike While the Iron is Hot to Free Pollard'

Veteran journalist calls on Israel to use US spy revelations to end Pollard's 'cruel and incomprehensibly long imprisonment.'

U.S., Britain Spied on Olmert and Netanyahu

Prime Ministers Netanyahu and Olmert were among those spied upon by the NSA, according to Snowden documents.

White House: We Collect Information Like All Other Countries

White House won't respond to reports that the NSA spied on Olmert and Barak. Israeli officials: We weren't surprised.

Report: America Spied on Israeli Military

US spy agency reportedly spied on ‘high priority targets’ in Israel, while simultaneously sharing information.

Snowden Willing to Testify Over Merkel Tapping

NSA whistleblower reportedly indicates his willingness to testify over the U.S. wiretapping of German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Report: American Spy Agency Hacked Google, Yahoo Data

American whistleblower says the NSA broke into Google and Yahoo data centers, giving it access to hundreds of millions of accounts.

NSA Monitored Phone Calls of 35 World Leaders

The NSA monitored the conversations of 35 leaders after encouraging others to "share their Rolodexes," reports the Guardian.

U.S. Hinted to France: Mossad Behind Elysee Palace Hacking

Leaked document: France believed U.S. was behind a cyber attack on the Elysee Palace, U.S. hinted Mossad was responsible.

German Chancellor Calls Obama Over Claims US Spied on Her

Merkel reportedly calls to demand an explanation over claims US intelligence agencies bugged her phone.

US Denies Some France Spying Charges

Intelligence Chief denies tapping 70 million French phone calls, does not address claim the US spied on French diplomats.

Snowden Nominated For European Human Rights Prize

Edward Snowden, notorious for leaking top-secret information from US & UK to the press, was nominated for the prestigious EU Saharov Prize.

Report: NSA Shared Details on US Citizens with Israel

Snowden documents continue to make waves as a new report reveals how the US provided Israel with information on American citizens.

Report: Hamas, Hezbollah, Al Qaeda Attempted to Infiltrate CIA

Documents leaked by Edward Snowden reveal that approx. one in five "flagged" job applicants to the CIA connected to terrorist groups.

Israel a Top Target for U.S. Spying, Leaked Documents Reveal

The Obama administration views Israel as one of the top spying threats, according to documents leaked by Edward Snowden.

Report: Britain Running Mideast Internet Monitoring Station

Secret documents leaked by Edward Snowden indicate that Britain is running a secret internet monitoring station in the Middle East.

Russia: U.S. Has Been Ignoring Our Extradition Requests

The U.S. has been pressuring Russia to extradite Snowden but ignoring Russian extradition requests for years, says official.

Snowden's Father to Visit Son in Russia

Father of NSA leaker attacks politicians for "irresponsible comments," claims his son will not receive a fair trial in the US.

Obama Cancels Visit to Russia over Snowden Asylum

Move reflects deepening political crisis as US, Russian governments continue to clash over rogue American intelligence agent.

Edward Snowden Granted Asylum in Russia

Move enabled NSA whistleblower to finally leave Moscow Airport, where he had been living since June

U.S.: Snowden Won't be Executed or Tortured

U.S. tells Russia it will not seek the death penalty nor torture Edward Snowden, in an attempt to convince Moscow to turn him over.

The Snowden Circus and America's Diminishing Influence

Sen: US Should Boycott Russia Olympics Over Snowden

Obama should consider boycotting the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia if it gives asylum to Edward Snowden, says US senator.

US Journalist: Snowden Greatest Threat to US in Nation's History

American journalist claims NSA leaker, Edward Snowden, poses more of a threat to the U.S. than anyone in the nation’s history.

U.S. to Russia: Don't Give Snowden a 'Propaganda Platform'

Letting Snowden stay in Russia is counter to the government's previous declarations, says White House spokesman.

Snowden Asks for Asylum in Russia

Edward Snowden tells activists he wants to claim asylum in Russia. The Kremlin: He can stay if he stops leaking info.

Microsoft Worked Closely with NSA, Documents Show

New documents say that Microsoft collaborated with U.S. intelligence to allow users' communications to be intercepted.

Bolivia, Venezuela, Nicaragua Offer Asylum to NSA Leaker

Bolivia, Venezuela and Nicaragua have offered asylum to National Security Agency whistelblower Edward Snowden.

Edward's Snow Job

Putin: If Snowden Wants Asylum, He Should Stop Leaking Info

Snowden "should stop his work aimed at inflicting damage on our American partners," says Russian President.

Snowden Requests Asylum in Austria

Former U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden applied for political asylum via Russian embassy.