Project Nimbus: Google and Amazon’s Role in Israeli AI Surveillance Under Fire
WinBuzzer, 12/03/24: “Google and Amazon’s $1.2 billion Project Nimbus cloud computing agreement with the Israeli government has drawn sharp criticism from advocacy groups, employees, and human rights organizations.
Documents reveal that the contract is governed by “Adjusted Terms of Service,” crafted specifically for the Israeli government, instead of the companies’ standard terms. Critics argue these modifications reduce oversight, allowing the technology to be used for contentious state activities, including military operations and surveillance.
This deal provides the Israeli government with powerful artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services, raising concerns about the role of technology in deepening existing inequalities. Activists and employees are calling for greater transparency and accountability from Google and Amazon.
Internal communications reveal that Project Nimbus includes terms granting the Israeli government significant autonomy over the contract.”