Techlore Surveillance Report
Techlore
Techlore Surveillance Report is your weekly deep-dive into the privacy and security news that matters for your digital freedom. Hosted by Henry Fisher, founder of Techlore and long-time digital rights educator, each episode cuts through the noise with carefully selected stories, context, analysis, and historical perspective.
Topics include: privacy tool updates and vulnerabilities, data breaches, surveillance technology and government overreach, Big Tech privacy policies, encryption standards, digital rights legislation, and corporate data accountability.
Whether you're just starting to take privacy seriously or you're a seasoned expert tracking the ecosystem, Surveillance Report delivers the weekly news you need. New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe and join the community at techlore.tech
Topics include: privacy tool updates and vulnerabilities, data breaches, surveillance technology and government overreach, Big Tech privacy policies, encryption standards, digital rights legislation, and corporate data accountability.
Whether you're just starting to take privacy seriously or you're a seasoned expert tracking the ecosystem, Surveillance Report delivers the weekly news you need. New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe and join the community at techlore.tech
Episodes
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Jul 1, 2024 • 28min
Microsoft Clamps Down On Local Accounts?
Episode 184: Local accounts on Windows just got more difficult to create, a new red flag about Telegram security, updates from Mullvad, a ton of data breaches, and more!Support us on PatreonSupport us on LiberapayMonero: 46iGe5D49rpgH4dde32rmyWifMjw5sHy7V2mD9sXGDJgSWmAwQvuAuoD9KcLFKYFsLGLpzXQs1eABRShm1RZRnSy6HgbhQDTimestampsSources00:00 Introduction00:23 Support us!01:22 Highlight Story (Microsoft Accounts)05:52 Data Breaches12:22 Companies20:20 Politics23:01 FOSS24:03 Misfits26:53 Support us!Main SitesSurveillance ReportOdyseePeerTubeTechlore WebsiteThe New Oil Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 10min
Q&A: Does RCS Make SMS Worthwhile?
Join Nathan, a tech-savvy co-host and privacy advocate, as he dives deep into the world of RCS and SMS. They explore whether RCS truly enhances SMS security despite its encryption challenges. Discover practical automations for safeguarding your data, including cloud sync strategies and script-based installations. Nathan shares insights on optimizing VPN split tunneling, weighing the benefits of routing specific apps through a VPN, and why using Signal is a top choice for privacy lovers.
Jun 24, 2024 • 24min
Is Chat Control Really Dead?
Episode 183: Chat Control defeated (for now), the US bans Kaspersky, Proton is becoming a non-profit, Mozilla acquires an ad company, and more!Support us on PatreonSupport us on LiberapayMonero: 46iGe5D49rpgH4dde32rmyWifMjw5sHy7V2mD9sXGDJgSWmAwQvuAuoD9KcLFKYFsLGLpzXQs1eABRShm1RZRnSy6HgbhQDTimestampsSources00:00 Introduction00:47 Support us!02:09 Highlight Story (Chat Control)06:02 Data Breaches10:28 Companies12:43 Politics16:16 FOSS20:54 Misfits22:08 Support us!Main SitesSurveillance ReportOdyseePeerTubeTechlore WebsiteThe New Oil Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 20, 2024 • 14min
Q&A: When Do Email Aliases Make Sense?
Explore the risks of email aliases and wireless signals like Bluetooth. Learn about streaming solutions using Raspberry Pi. Discover printer privacy concerns for Linux and de-googled phone users.
Jun 18, 2024 • 28min
This Crippling Hospital Cyberattack Was AVOIDABLE!
The podcast discusses the avoidable London Hospital cyberattack, privacy news from Apple's WWDC, Microsoft's delayed Recall feature, Mozilla's censorship in Russia, AI trained on kids' photos, and more tech updates.
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Jun 13, 2024 • 23min
Q&A: Can You Still Have Privacy As A Public Figure?
Learn how public figures can protect their privacy online, the risks of using Dual WANs with VPNs, tips for offsite backups, thoughts on blending in with online traffic, and Henry's thoughts on Cirkul water. Dive into strategies for privacy as a non-citizen, and discover favorite options for offsite backups. Explore the challenges faced by public figures and the importance of encryption for security.
Jun 10, 2024 • 29min
THIS K-Pop Band Wants to Sue Their Haters!
A K-Pop band wants Google to reveal a troll's identity, Apple's upcoming password manager app, Windows Recall hack incident, cybersecurity breaches, Microsoft's privacy complaints, and tech news including Ubuntu Core 24 launch and data firm executives convicted for selling consumer data.
Jun 5, 2024 • 15min
Q&A: When Automatic Updates Go Wrong
Exploring the impact of automatic updates gone wrong, benefits of deepfake technology for privacy, favorite YouTube channels, managing privacy with a Quest headset, and DNS blocking for enhanced security. The podcast delves into trade-offs between security and stability, strategies to enhance privacy, and tips for minimizing data collection.
Jun 2, 2024 • 19min
PayPal's New Ad Network Uses Your Data?!
PayPal's new ad network using user data, data breaches from companies like Ticketmaster and Santander, RIVO OTP update risks, facial recognition misidentifications, and promotion of support through Patreon and Liberapay
May 30, 2024 • 14min
Q&A: Is Antivirus Still Necessary?
Topics include vetting antivirus, the Silent Donor platform, bypassing paywalls, Garmin Pay privacy, and the value of Efani. They discuss the importance of system updates, anonymous support platforms, VPN strategies, and Fonnie Security Service for high-profile individuals.
