importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-10-29T13:43:53Z
Bluesky Blocks Links to Leaked DHS Employee Data Amid Government Takedown Efforts
Bluesky blocked links to a leaked dataset containing U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employee contact information, citing privacy concerns, while the government pursued takedowns of the publicly shared data. The action highlights tensions between cybersecurity measures, government transparency, and the dissemination of sensitive information.
The social networking site is facing criticism for blocking access to the site, which identifies thousands of ICE agents and other employees working for Homeland Security.
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