Techlore Surveillance Report This Sketchy Company is Buying up VPNs - Surveillance Report 55
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Sep 20, 2021 A recent acquisition of ExpressVPN by Kape Technologies raises eyebrows about privacy concerns and corporate responsibility. Listeners learn of a troubling data breach at GetHealth, exposing personal fitness tracking data. There's a fascinating discussion on Android's new permission auto-reset feature for improved security. Additionally, insights into ongoing privacy battles, such as DoorDash's lawsuit against NYC and a court ruling on police surveillance tactics, keep the stakes high in the world of privacy and data protection.
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Smart Assistant Ruined A Gift Surprise
- An Alexa notification revealed a private wishlist item and ruined a birthday surprise.
- The device lacked per-wishlist notification controls, exposing how features can leak private plans.
VPN Market Consolidation Raises Trust Risks
- Kape Technologies has acquired multiple VPNs including ExpressVPN, CyberGhost, and PIA.
- Consolidation under a company with an adware past raises trust and privacy concerns for users.
Reconsider Using Kape-Owned VPNs
- If you use ExpressVPN or other Kape-owned services, evaluate alternatives and consider switching.
- Henry Fisher recommends avoiding Kape-owned VPNs given sketchy histories and intelligence ties.