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Questions From Matrix / SimpleX

• Corvid – What censorship circumvention techniques do you use or recommend if any since VPN protocols are quite recognizable? Tor is slow and not universal so are there any techniques you use or recommend?
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Reports: China hacked Verizon and AT&T, may have accessed US wiretap systems

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/10/reports-china-hacked-verizon-and-att-may-have-accessed-us-wiretap-systems

https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/att-verizon-targets-of-china-linked-hack-of-internet-providers

Germany Rushes to Expand Biometric Surveillance

https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2024/10/germany-rushes-expand-biometric-surveillance

Braxman – Non-Caveman Alternatives to iPhones and Google Androids! Find Safe Phones that don’t Track You

• “Decentralization vs. Centralization: The Future of Digital Privacy”A deep dive into how decentralized platforms like SimpleX and Matrix are changing the landscape of online privacy, compared to the control and surveillance seen in centralized platforms like Facebook and Google.

• “The Illusion of Privacy: How Big Tech Continues to Track You”A conversation on the hidden ways Big Tech companies track users, how surveillance capitalism operates, and what users can do to minimize their exposure.

• “Privacy for Activists and Dissidents: Staying Safe in a Surveillance State”An episode focused on how activists, whistleblowers, and dissidents can protect themselves online, with practical advice on tools, encryption, and communication strategies.

• “Social Media Blackouts: When Platforms Silence Voices and What to Do About It”Exploring how platforms like X/Twitter or YouTube censor or deplatform creators and movements, and what alternatives exist for those seeking free speech and censorship resistance.

• “The Dark Side of Digital Convenience: How Convenience Compromises Privacy”A discussion on how apps and devices like smart home tech, digital wallets, and convenience features are slowly eroding privacy and what people often overlook in the trade-off for ease of use.

• “The Rise of Privacy-Focused Messaging Apps: Why WhatsApp and Telegram Aren’t Enough”A critical look at so-called “private” messaging platforms, comparing them to truly privacy-first alternatives like Signal, SimpleX, and other encrypted solutions.

• “Online Privacy Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions About Anonymity and Data Security”An episode where Simon and The Hated One debunk popular myths about digital privacy, offering listeners a clearer understanding of what it truly takes to stay anonymous and secure online.