Eimi Harris analyzes the draft version of the Burr-Feinstein encryption bill and why US technology firms have dubbed it the “anti-encryption” bill.
Author: Eimi Harris
Eimi Harris is a student working towards her undergraduate degree in International Relations and Economics at the University of Toronto. Her main focus in international affairs is cybersecurity, particularly diplomatic relations and normative development in the cybersphere. On the side, she enjoys watching films and is also working towards her Cinema Studies degree.
CSW60: Continuing to Connect Women to Sustainable Development
Eimi Harris summarizes some of the events and themes from the Commission on the Status of Women’s 60th session.
US Indicts Seven Iranian Hackers: Setting a Precedent Against Cyber Attackers
Eimi Harris discusses the US Justice Department’s indictment of seven Iranian hackers and the message these warrants are meant to send to hackers around the world.
Nadezhda Savchenko: Off the Frontline and into the Political Battle to Come
Eimi Harris describes the trial against Nadezhda Savchenko, a Ukrainian helicopter pilot fighting on the front lines. Sentenced to 22 years in jail by a Russian court, Savchenko’s fight for her freedom will have be played on the political battlefront.
The UK Investigatory Powers Bill: Codifying Surveillance
Eimi Harris analyzes the UK Investigatory Powers Bill and the impact legitimizing invasive surveillance practices may have on society’s privacy.
The Role of Women in the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
Eimi Harris ties International Women’s Day to the UN’s continued efforts to highlight women in the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda
Apple vs. the FBI: Why We Need To Listen to Apple’s Arguments
Eimi Harris analyzes Apple’s arguments against the recent FBI court order to unlock the San Bernardino attacker’s iPhone and how those concerns can affect you.
India’s Military to Open All Combat Roles to Women
Eimi Harris describes India’s commitment to open combat roles to women in the Indian military and the impact this could have on military culture.
The EU-US Privacy Shield: What You Need To Know About Data Transfers
Eimi Harris analyzes the politics of data transfers across the Atlantic Ocean and how the EU-US Privacy Shield will impact private information.
The Canadian Armed Forces: Integrating Gender Perspectives into Military Culture
Eimi Harris describes recent gender-based initiatives by the CAF to support women in national defence.