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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Crisnel Longino

The Epstein Files Didn't Just Expose Names—They May Have Tracked Everyone Who Searched

The release of the Epstein Files sparked questions about privacy, surveillance and digital tracking. Experts discuss whether public searches could reveal more than expected (Credit: DOJ)

The release of the Epstein Files was expected to uncover hidden details about one of the most controversial cases in recent history. But beyond the names, documents and connections inside the files, another question has started gaining attention: could the people searching through those records also become part of a digital trail?

While claims about a deliberate intelligence operation remain unverified, cybersecurity experts and former intelligence figures say online activity can reveal patterns about what people are looking for, how they behave and what information they find important.

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