Dr. Dave Chatterjee and Kee Jefferys, Technical Co-Founder of Session, discuss the use of blockchain technology in enhancing the security and privacy of messaging apps, specifically Session. Session, which has over a million monthly active users, uses a decentralized network of nodes incentivized by Session tokens. Unlike traditional messaging apps, Session does not require a phone number for sign-up and employs onion routing and end-to-end encryption to protect user data. Kee emphasizes the importance of considering the threat model and user needs when choosing a messaging app. Session is best suited for high-threat scenarios, while other apps may be more appropriate for regulatory compliance. Session is free, with potential future premium features, and is primarily for individual users.

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Ignorance is not bliss: A human-centered whole-of-enterprise approach to cybersecurity preparedness

"Getting Cybersecurity Right,” California Management Review — Insights, July 8, 2024.

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Preventing Security Breaches Must Start at the Top

Mission Critical --How the American Cancer Society successfully and securely migrated to the cloud amid the pandemic

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