Cory Doctorow writes “Charles Stross and I are doing a benefit talk for the Open Rights Group on 1 May at 6:30PM in London, entitled ‘Resisting the all-seeing eye.’ Hope to see you there—Stross is a ball, and ORG is a damned worthy cause, especially in this era of ubiquitous surveillance.”
ORG writes that “With the rise of the database state and firms profiting from user-profiling, it’s vital to resist surveillance and ensure the integrity of your digital personality. From technologies like PGP and Tor to the arguments that will convince people—friends and family as well as media and politicians—to watch out for their digital rights, this event is your anti-surveillance 101.
“Cory Doctorow—science fiction novelist, blogger and technology activist—and Charlie Stross—science fiction writer and former programmer and pharmacist—will share how and why to control your data. The event will be moderated by Ian Brown—academic, activist, and Blogzilla.”
Admission is £10 (or joining the ORG at the event will suffice). Event will be at Crypt on the Green, St James Church, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell Close, London, EC1R 0EA. For more information, see this page.