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FISA
Privacy
US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act framework governing intelligence collection authorities.
Definition
FISA provides legal procedures for electronic surveillance and collection for foreign intelligence purposes, including court oversight in specific contexts.
In plain English
US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act framework governing intelligence collection authorities.
Why this matters
Why it matters: It informs lawful access risk and the policy environment around surveillance and transparency.
Example
Example: Intelligence surveillance authorities may influence where companies choose to store or process sensitive user data.