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 4, 2021 • 25min
Another VPN Provider Is Compromised! (Surprise...) - Surveillance Report 47
Discover the latest buzz on data breaches, including the shocking LinkedIn leak saga. Explore the implications of Google Play’s new mandatory two-factor requirements and the controversy surrounding Google Assistant's secretive recordings. Learn how Maine is tackling facial recognition, while nations in the EU adopt digital vaccine cards. Plus, get insights on the risks of cracked game downloads spreading malware and the Wild West of automated vehicles and data security. It’s a wild ride through tech privacy and security updates!
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Jun 29, 2021 • 37min
Wickr is officially dead. - Surveillance Report 46
Wickr's acquisition by Amazon raises alarms among privacy advocates. A massive CVS data breach exposed over a billion records, highlighting vulnerabilities in healthcare. The podcast discusses the chilling revelation of 107 million US voter records on the dark web and ongoing ransomware threats, including the fallout from a Georgia fertility clinic attack. Concerns about Windows 11's privacy settings and Google's delay on third-party cookie removal are also covered. Plus, new developments in wearable technology and a ruling on police surveillance practices add to the privacy landscape.
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Jun 20, 2021 • 23min
DuckDuckGo's Upcoming Desktop Browser & More! - Surveillance Report 45
Discover DuckDuckGo's intriguing plans for a desktop browser and its new email privacy tool. Learn about shocking data breaches, including a massive leak from Alibaba, as well as the implications of Colorado's new consumer privacy law. Explore the tech landscape with updates on Google's end-to-end encryption rollout and a surprising report ranking invasive companies for data collection. Dive into discussions on biometric surveillance and the latest privacy-focused tech innovations that can help protect your data.
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Jun 14, 2021 • 34min
Apple's WWDC and What it Means for Privacy! - Surveillance Report 44
Explore the latest privacy updates from Apple's WWDC, including new features like digital IDs and email pixel blocking. Discover how marketing apps bypass Apple's tracking protections and the implications of recent data breaches at major corporations. Delve into the Anom sting operation revealing vulnerabilities in centralized systems, and learn about controversial technologies such as Walmart's employee phones and facial recognition at the border. Keep abreast of significant political moves against digital surveillance globally.
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Jun 6, 2021 • 27min
Facebook ASSURES YOU Apple Privacy is Bad - Surveillance Report 43
Dive into a world of privacy debates as the hosts dissect Facebook's questionable study on Apple’s App Tracking Transparency. Discover shocking data breaches affecting sensitive police records and a new tracking opt-out for Android users. The latest on JBS's ransomware attack reveals its grim impact on meat processing. Plus, explore TikTok's biometric data policies and the ethics behind modern digital IDs in Australia. The conversation wraps up with vital updates on health data sharing and the implications of strict new cybercrime laws in Brazil.
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May 31, 2021 • 36min
Google's Planning to Snag Your Health Data - Surveillance Report 42
Google's foray into patient data raises concerns about privacy. Misconfigured mobile apps exposed data for over 100 million users. Apple restricts bootable backups, igniting a debate on security versus user freedom. Yet another instance of U.S. troops leaking sensitive info highlights the risks of unencrypted apps. Meanwhile, surveillance tech is being pushed into schools under the guise of safety. In international news, Russia demands local data storage, intensifying state control. Plus, Threema wins a court fight against user data handovers.
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May 24, 2021 • 40min
They Found Biden's Venmo Account! - Surveillance Report 41
In this episode, the hosts dive into the discovery of Joe Biden's Venmo account and the privacy implications it carries. They discuss the massive data breaches at Air India and United Valor Solutions, exposing sensitive information of thousands. Updates on Google’s privacy practices and the scandal surrounding smart TVs collecting data are highlighted. Listeners learn about the Colonial Pipeline's ransomware aftermath and Japan's problematic privacy loopholes. Plus, a nod to innovative tech ventures like Walmart's virtual fitting room acquisition.
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May 23, 2021 • 48min
Meet Session, The Signal Rival for Private Messaging! - Kee Jefferys Interview
In this engaging discussion, Kee Jefferys, the founder of Session Messenger and a privacy-focused developer, dives into the world of decentralized messaging. He explains Session's innovative approach of ensuring privacy without requiring phone numbers, leveraging onion routing and the Oxen network. Kee shares insights on why Session stands out against competitors like Signal, who their target users are, and the implications of Australia's encryption laws. He also highlights the challenges and future prospects of both Session and the Oxen network, making a compelling case for privacy in communication.
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May 10, 2021 • 38min
Signal's GENIUS Anti-Fecebook Campaign! - Surveillance Report 40
Signal launches an eye-catching anti-Facebook ad campaign, exposing invasive ad targeting. The podcast dives into alarming data breaches, including Peloton revealing private user profiles and Amazon’s fake-review scandal. Also covered are Google's upcoming privacy measures and Tesla's bizarre zero-click Wi-Fi exploit. Plus, learn about potential privacy risks associated with Apple Watch's health sensors. The conversation heats up with discussions on targeted ads for teens and the troubling implications of IRS subpoenas on cryptocurrency data.
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May 3, 2021 • 44min
Google FLOC is FAILING! - Surveillance Report 39
Explore the fallout of Google's FLoC facing mounting resistance and how many websites are opting to disable it. Learn about a significant Experian breach that exposed credit scores, and the troubling trend of banks deploying AI surveillance. Hear updates on iOS 14.5's app tracking transparency and a serious macOS bug that jeopardized protections. Discover concerns over smart lampposts and witness the ethical dilemmas surrounding USPS's covert social media monitoring. Plus, celebrate the use of open source software on Mars!
