Panopticon is a public accountability dashboard dedicated to tracking the companies that build surveillance technology, the government agencies that purchase and deploy it, and the impact these systems have on communities. Our goal is to make the surveillance-industrial complex legible to the public, journalists, researchers, and policymakers.
We believe that transparency is a prerequisite for democratic oversight. When governments spend public money on tools that watch, track, and analyze people, the public has a right to know.
Our database is compiled from publicly available sources. We do not rely on leaks, hacking, or classified materials. Every data point in our system is traceable to a public record.
We welcome contributions from journalists, researchers, activists, and members of the public. You can help in several ways:
The information presented on this dashboard is compiled from publicly available sources and community submissions. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all information is complete or error-free. Data is provided for informational and research purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. The inclusion of a company or contract in this database does not imply any illegal or unethical activity. We encourage users to verify information independently and report any inaccuracies through our correction process.