German Police Expands Use of Palantir Surveillance Software
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The use of the analysis software Palantir with the German police provides for discussions. What Digital Minister Wildberger thinks about it.


German police expands use of Palantir surveillance software
Police and spy agencies are keen to combat criminality and terrorism with artificial intelligence. But critics say the CIA-funded Palantir surveillance software enables "predictive policing."
Several federal states already use the Palantir software in police work. This is also considered in the federal government. However, Federal Justice Minister Hubig is not yet convinced. Possible risks have to be scrutinised, she says.
The CSU-led Interior Ministry is considering the nationwide use of a police software of the controversial US company Palantir. But SPD Justice Minister Hubig is now admonishing caution.
Federal Justice Minister Hubig is sceptical about the use of data analysis software by the US company Palantir in German security agencies.
After the dispute over the occupation of the Constitutional Court, the coalition threatens the next judicial debate. Minister of Justice Hubig opposes Dobrindt's plan to use the Palantir search software nationwide.
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