The Evolution of Criminal Use of Encrypted Phones

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The chapter explores the progression of criminal activities involving encrypted communication devices, from the use of Blackberry devices to specialized encrypted smartphones. It also delves into how law enforcement agencies like the FBI and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police have intervened in intercepting encrypted messages to combat criminal activities. The story highlights the ongoing battle between authorities and criminals in navigating the privacy concerns and security implications associated with using encrypted phones.

Paris Marx is joined by Joseph Cox to discuss how the FBI created an encrypted phone company called Anom to read criminals’ messages and eventually carry out the largest international sting operation by law enforcement.

Joseph Cox is the author of Dark Wire: The Incredible True Story of the Largest Sting Operation Ever and the host of the 404 Media Podcast.

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The podcast is made in partnership with The Nation. Production is by Eric Wickham. Transcripts are by Brigitte Pawliw-Fry.

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Read an excerpt of Dark Wire at Wired.
Joseph wrote about the revelation that Lithuania hosted the Anom interception server and provided the intercepted messages to the FBI.

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