Accenture Files Leaked – New Investigation Exposed Dark Side of Accenture Projects Controlling Billion of Users Data
An investigation has revealed Accenture's involvement in global surveillance, exclusion, and authoritarianism. The report, based on fieldwork, interviews, and internal documents, outlines Accenture's integration into security states, utilizing resources…
An investigation has revealed Accenture's involvement in global surveillance, exclusion, and authoritarianism. The report, based on fieldwork, interviews, and internal documents, outlines Accenture's integration into security states, utilizing resources for population surveillance and military-industrial support.
The investigation reviewed 41 contract case studies across multiple continents, identifying Accenture's partnerships with tech surveillance firms, including a significant collaboration with Palantir. A major contract was secured with the UK's National Health Service for the Federated Data Platform, raising privacy and privatization concerns.
Accenture originated from Arthur Andersen and rebranded in 2001. It played a role in developing the US-VISIT program post-9/11, creating a large biometric database. Currently, Accenture operates in 49 countries, employing 750,000 people and generating $64.1 billion in revenue in 2023.
Surveillance Systems and Predictive Policing
Accenture has been involved in building biometric and surveillance systems worldwide, such as India's Aadhaar program and a system for the UNHCR. Contracts with various police forces have led to concerns about data collection and bias.
An investigation has revealed Accenture's involvement in global surveillance, exclusion, and authoritarianism.
The investigation highlights a partnership with Palantir, focusing on military and surveillance technology. This relationship includes joint ventures and participation in conferences promoting militarized AI.
The Accenture Files report details several cases of corruption and project failures:
Angola (2020): Contract linked to money laundering. Australia (2015-2017): Contract terminated for poor performance. U.S. (2018-2019): Contract resulted in only two hires before cancellation. UK (2013): IT contract canceled with a settlement paid. Luxembourg (2019): Tax evasion settlement.
Despite these issues, Accenture continues to secure significant contracts, indicating opaque relationships with governments. The investigation calls for scrutiny of Accenture's contracts and their civil liberties implications, as consultancy spending increases globally.
Based on reporting by Cyber Security News.