Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 02/21 – Apple Has Quantum Encrypted iMessage
Feb 21, 2024
Signal enhances user privacy with new usernames, but Apple steals the spotlight by quantum encrypting iMessage. Apple also ventures into sports with a new app for real-time scores and enhanced iPhone 15 battery life. Meanwhile, Google introduces Gemma, an open-source AI model, and Reddit plans to share IPO stock with its users to foster community engagement. Exciting times for tech enthusiasts!
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Signal Usernames
- Signal now allows users to conceal phone numbers with usernames.
- This addresses a major privacy concern, especially for high-risk users.
Quantum Secure iMessage
- Apple's iMessage is getting post-quantum encryption with PQ3.
- This makes iMessage the first messaging app with Level 3 quantum security.
Apple Sports App
- Apple launched a standalone sports app for real-time scores and stats.
- It also promotes Apple TV and includes betting odds.