Governments also use this data for control from "summary" of Data and Goliath by Bruce Schneier
One of the key reasons why governments are interested in collecting massive amounts of data is for control. By having access to a vast array of information about their citizens, governments are able to exert a level of control over them that was previously unimaginable. This control can take many forms, from monitoring and tracking individuals' movements to influencing their behavior through targeted messaging. One way in which governments use data for control is through surveillance. By collecting data on individuals' online activities, communications, and even physical movements, governments are able to keep a close eye on their citizens and potentially identify any behavior that they deem to be suspicious or threatening. This surveillance can be used to target individuals for further investigation or even to preemptively prevent them from engaging in certain activities. Another way ...
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