William Binney

William Binney is a former NSA (National Security Agency) official and whistleblower known for his expertise in data analysis and cybersecurity. After serving the agency for over 30 years, he raised concerns about the NSA's mass surveillance practices, claiming they violated citizens' privacy rights. Binney developed a program called ThinThread, intended for data collection while protecting individual privacy. Following his retirement, he became an outspoken critic of government surveillance, advocating for transparency and accountability in intelligence operations. His work has sparked discussions about the balance between national security and civil liberties in the digital age.