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Ex-Mistress Alleges Eric Schmidt Installed 'Digital Surveillance' in Abuse Claims
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt faces serious allegations from his ex-mistress, claiming he installed surveillance systems and engaged in stalking amid a domestic violence restraining order.
- Michelle Ritter, Schmidts 31-year-old ex-mistress, accused the 70-year-old Chief executive officer of stalking and implementing a surveillance system to control her after their relationship ended.
- Ritter filed for a restraining order against Eric Schmidt late last year, shortly after they reached a settlement (litigation) agreement in December 2024 regarding her startup company funded with over $100 million from Schmidt.
- The allegations raised by Ritter highlight potential abuse within the tech industry, particularly concerning artificial intelligence and the ethical implications of surveillance technologies.
Why It Matters
This case underscores the critical intersection of personal relationships and technology, raising concerns about privacy, power dynamics, and the potential misuse of surveillance in both personal and professional realms, especially in the tech industry.