US EditionWhat Is Palantir's Gotham Software and Why Do German Police Want It?
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While the Federal Minister of the Interior examines the nationwide use of the police software, critics demand that alternatives be used. However, these still have to be developed.
The Interior Ministry under Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) is examining the nationwide use of Palantir software. Critics consider it a Trojan, a gateway to the US or a threat to fundamental rights.
A software with artificial intelligence from the USA could become one of the most important tools of the German police force. Experts warn: The Republic thus takes a risky path.
The dispute over the police software Palantir boils. Because the cooperation with the US software giant grumbles some observers. And because information of completely undeserved citizens goes through the lack of data analysis as well as that of criminals. How this really works in practice.
What is Palantir's Gotham software and why do German police want it?
Phrases like ‘predictive policing’ are in the German press following an announcement that Baden-Württemberg will adopt a controversial surveillance software. So what is US firm Palantir offering and how will it change policing in Germany?
The discussion about the use of Palantir software shows that Germany has for too long failed to consider the digital progress for the security authorities.
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