Digital Systems in German Prisons - A Critical Analysis

Explore a 39-minute conference talk from the 38th Chaos Communication Congress (38C3) examining digital infrastructure in German prisons, where over 40,000 inmates have limited access to technology beyond basic telephone systems. Dive into lesser-known prison management systems like HamSy and SoPart, investigating their functionality, data handling practices, and the broader implications for digital participation among incarcerated individuals. Learn about structural challenges preventing digital inclusion in correctional facilities and understand potential future impacts of current digitalization approaches in the German prison system. Through Lilith Wittmann's research and findings from the past year, gain insights into data leakage concerns and systemic issues surrounding technology access in correctional institutions.