Techlore Surveillance Report Microsoft Copilot's Security Failures Are Putting Everyone at Risk
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Jan 18, 2026 The discussion dives into the alarming security flaws of Microsoft Copilot that threaten user safety. It also covers the FTC's ban on GM selling driver location data, a significant win for privacy advocates. California's bold step to prohibit data brokers from reselling health information is highlighted. Iran's record internet shutdown raises concerns about communication resilience. Finally, the EFF's guide on age verification shines a light on the risks of online gatekeeping.
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California Curbs Health Data Reselling
- California blocked Data Masters from reselling health and sensitive lists targeted at Californians under new data-broker rules.
- The case shows DROP and registration can curb abusive broker practices, though enforcement remains early.
Prepare For Internet Shutdowns
- Prepare for network shutdowns by learning decentralized tools like Briar that work offline or over Bluetooth.
- Keep resilient peer-to-peer communication options available for emergencies or censorship events.
Small Platform Limits Erode Open Internet
- Fragmented, account-locked services and platform gatekeeping erode a decentralized, people-powered internet.
- Henry Fisher argues interoperable and decentralized tech preserves communication channels critical for democracy.