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Through programs like PRISM, the U.S. government accesses extensive internal data from major tech companies, raising alarming concerns about privacy violations. Locally, sophisticated technologies like ShotSpotter detect gunfire in urban settings, while predictive policing algorithms attempt to preempt crime through data analysis.
The U.S. is an integral player in a global network with its "Five Eyes" allies, facilitating an unprecedented level of monitoring that encompasses both national and international spheres. This extensive surveillance apparatus exemplifies the tension between national security and individual privacy rights.