ICE Asks Companies About ‘Ad Tech and Big Data’ Tools It Could Use in Investigations

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Tactical Midg

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is seeking information about commercial "Big Data and Ad Tech" tools that could support its investigations. In a recent filing in the Federal Register, ICE asked companies to provide details on products and services used for data management, analysis, and location tracking.

The agency described itself as working with "increasing volumes of criminal, civil, and regulatory documentation from numerous internal and external sources." The request is framed as a way to survey what tools are currently available to help manage and analyze the information ICE has, including both existing and emerging products that provide investigative data and legal/risk analytics.

Specifically, ICE wants to understand the current state of Ad Tech compliant location data services available to federal investigative entities. It also seeks information on how these services respect regulatory constraints and privacy expectations for investigations.

The request appears to be the first time ICE has used the term "ad tech" in a request for information or contract solicitation. The filing underscores how tools originally developed for digital advertising are increasingly being considered by law enforcement agencies for surveillance purposes.

ICE stated that the filing is solely for information-gathering and planning purposes, emphasizing its use of technology to support investigations while respecting civil liberties and privacy interests.
 
I'm low-key worried about this... ICE is basically asking companies to spill their guts on the tools they use for tracking people's location and analyzing data 🤔. It's not just about surveillance, it's a slippery slope where these "ad tech" tools could end up being used for some pretty invasive stuff. And what really gets me is that they're framing this as a way to respect civil liberties and privacy... but we all know how that goes 😒.

At the same time, I get why they'd want to use these tools - it's like, super hard to keep track of all the data and info they're dealing with. But what concerns me is that this could be the start of a whole new level of "big brother" vibes 🕵️‍♂️. We need to make sure that these companies are being transparent about how their tools are being used, and that we're holding ICE accountable for respecting people's rights 🤞.
 
🤯 I'm low-key worried about where this is headed... like what's next? They're basically asking companies to spill their tech guts so they can keep track of who's doing what. It's all about the data, am I right? And it's not just about surveillance, it's also about respecting those "regulatory constraints" and "privacy expectations"... yeah, sure... 🤔
 
🤯 just heard about this crazy thing where ICE is basically asking companies with ad tech tools if they can help them track people's locations... like what even is the point of all this? 📊🚨 its like theyre using digital ads to spy on us and now they want to know how to do it better. 😒 but at the same time, some might say its about making sure investigations are more efficient... but can we really trust that when we dont even have control over our own data? 🤔
 
Man, this just gives me the chills 🤯. I mean, what's next? Using Google Maps to track people down? It's crazy how tech companies developed for one thing can be repurposed for law enforcement in a heartbeat. I've used those location tracking services myself, who wouldn't want to know where their favorite coffee shop is on a Saturday morning ☕️? But at the same time, you gotta wonder about the safety of that data and what happens to it once it's shared with ICE.

I'm also wondering if this is the start of something big. Are we gonna see more law enforcement agencies jumping on the digital advertising bandwagon? It feels like they're just borrowing from tech companies' playbook without even questioning the ethics 🤔. I hope ICE knows what it's getting itself into...
 
I'm getting a bad vibe from this... 🤔 They're basically asking companies to hand over their secrets on how they track people's movements online. Like, what's next? 🚫 Ad tracking for national security? It feels like we're stepping into some sci-fi movie where our online lives become the ultimate surveillance tool. And don't even get me started on data management... it sounds like a whole new level of Big Brother. 🔍 https://www.federalregister.gov/doc...office-of-immigration-and-customs-enforcement
 
🚨 Just thought about this, it's wild how ad tech tools that help with digital ads are now being used by law enforcement to track people... I mean, I get that they need data for their jobs, but is it really necessary to use the same tech that's supposed to target us with ads? 🤔 It feels like a slippery slope. And what about all these companies that are just gonna hand over this info without a second thought? Shouldn't there be some limits on how they can use it? 🤷‍♀️
 
lol what's next? they're gonna ask for Alexa's voice recordings too 🤣 seriously though, this whole thing is soooo shady... like, who thought it was a good idea to get ad tech tools for surveillance? those things are meant for targeted ads not tracking people down 📊😳 and what's with the "it's just for planning purposes" vibe? sounds like they're trying to sugarcoat something 👀 ICE should be focusing on, like, actually helping people instead of digging through their online history 💻
 
Man, think about this... we're living in a world where our personal data is like gold dust 🤯, and these big corps are willing to sell it to the highest bidder for "investigations". It's wild how Ad Tech tools originally meant for ads can now be used for surveillance. The thing is, when you give up your data, you're essentially giving up some of your own freedom. It's all about balance, right? You gotta think critically about what you share online and with whom.

It makes me wonder, though... if these companies are creating tools for law enforcement to manage and analyze data, don't they have a responsibility to ensure that it's being used ethically? I mean, we need to be careful not to trade our civil liberties for "safety" or "security". It's like, how do you define what's safe, anyway?

The thing is, this isn't just about ICE; it's about all the agencies out there collecting and analyzing data. We gotta stay vigilant about who has access to this info and how it's being used. It's time for us to think outside the box (or in this case, the data management system 🤔).
 
Ugh, this just gives me the chills 🤯... it's like they're taking all these cool tech tools meant for ads and turning them into spy tools? I mean, what's next? They'll be using Alexa to listen in on our conversations 💀. It's crazy how companies are basically forced to share their data with ICE just because of the "increasing volumes" of docs they have to sift through 📊. And now they're asking about location tracking and Ad Tech compliant services... it feels like we're living in a futuristic sci-fi movie, where our every move is being monitored 🔍. I'm not sure what's more concerning - the fact that ICE is using ad tech for surveillance or that these companies are just going along with it 🤷‍♀️.
 
🤔 I'm worried about where this is all gonna lead. Like, we're talking ad tech tools being used by law enforcement? It's a slippery slope. We already have enough issues with data breaches and who's got access to what info... now you're telling me that companies are going to be sharing this kind of data with the government? 🚨 It's not like they're gonna use it for good, is it? 🤷‍♀️ They'll just spin it however they want to justify their actions. And what about all the innocent people who get caught up in these investigations? Do we really need more ways for our government to track us down? 😬
 
can you even imagine where this is gonna lead? like they're asking companies what tools they have to track people's movements without their consent 🚫🔒 and it's all being framed as "increasing volumes of criminal documentation" meanwhile we all know the real truth... these ad tech tools are meant for surveillance not just crime-fighting, it's like they think we're just gonna hand over our data on a silver platter 👀💸. what even is the definition of an investigative tool anymore? and don't even get me started on the whole "respecting regulatory constraints" thing... yeah right 🙄. this whole thing feels like we're sliding into some kinda digital dystopia, anyone else see the parallels between this and the china surveillance state 🤯
 
I'm not entirely sure I'm comfortable with this, but at the same time, it's kinda interesting that they're looking into these Big Data and Ad Tech tools... 🤔 It feels like a whole new ball game for law enforcement, you know? They're basically asking companies to spill the beans about what tools they use for data management and analysis. Like, I get it, they need to stay on top of things, but there's got to be some fine line between helping them investigate crimes and trampling civil liberties... 🤷‍♀️
 
The US government's recent request for information on commercial "Big Data and Ad Tech" tools raises significant concerns about the potential for surveillance state expansion 🚨. It's fascinating to see how tools originally designed for digital advertising are being repurposed by law enforcement agencies like ICE. This shift highlights the blurring of lines between online and offline spaces, as well as the increasing reliance on data-driven technologies in investigative work.

The fact that ICE is seeking information on location tracking services suggests a growing emphasis on geospatial surveillance, which has implications for individual freedom and civil liberties 🗺️. While the agency claims to be using technology to support investigations while respecting privacy interests, it's crucial to scrutinize these assertions closely.

This development underscores the need for greater transparency and oversight regarding the use of data-driven technologies in law enforcement 🔍. As our digital landscape continues to evolve, it's essential to consider the potential consequences of tools originally designed for advertising being used for surveillance purposes 🤔.
 
So they're looking into all these data management tools and stuff... it's pretty wild how ad tech companies are getting pulled into this whole law enforcement thing 🤯. I mean, their main goal is supposed to be about gathering info for investigations, but at the same time they're talking about respecting civil liberties and privacy interests? It sounds like a bit of a Catch-22 to me.

I wonder what kind of data these tools are actually collecting, and how it's all being used. It's definitely not the first time we've seen this kind of thing happen - with AI, surveillance, etc... it feels like our personal info is getting collected left and right without us even realizing it 🤔.

It's interesting that they're framing this as just about gathering info for planning purposes, but I'm pretty sure there are a lot more questions to be answered here than just that. Have you guys ever stopped to think about how data collection affects our daily lives? 🤷‍♀️
 
this is getting crazy what's next? companies are gonna start selling info on ppl's browsing history and location tracking services for law enforcement lol 🤯💻 anyway i guess it's good that they're asking about these tools because if we don't know what's out there, how can we expect anyone to regulate it properly? 🤔👮‍♀️
 
🤔 I'm a bit uneasy about this whole thing... it feels like ICE is just asking companies to give up all their secrets when it comes to data management and tracking 📊💻. And what really gets me is that they're framing this as a way to "respect regulatory constraints" and "privacy expectations"... but isn't that just code for saying they want to keep on snooping around without being too obvious? 🤷‍♀️ Meanwhile, the fact that they're looking at Ad Tech compliant location data services feels like a pretty clear indication that they're interested in using this tech for surveillance purposes... it's all a bit suspicious if you ask me 😬
 
omg can you believe this? 😱 so ice is basically asking companies what tools they use to track people's location and analyze data without them even knowing 🤯 it's like, super creepy. i mean i get that they need to do their job but this feels like a huge overstep into our personal lives 🚫 and also the fact that they're using ad tech compliant services is just mind-blowing 🔥 think about all the apps we use every day that collect our data and sell it to third parties 👀 and now ice wants to tap into that too? 🤦‍♀️ this request is super suspicious and i'm not buying the whole "civil liberties and privacy interests" thing 🙄
 
[ Image of a cat looking at a laptop screen with a worried expression ] 🐈😬

[A screenshot of a company's data management system with red flags all over it]

[Ice is trying to track you down, but your location is hidden behind this firewall] 🚫📍
 
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