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November 16th, 2023 | Sweden plans new nuclear reactors by 2035, will share costs

Nov 17, 2023
Topics in this podcast include Signal's prioritization of user privacy, Apple's announcement of RCS support for iPhones, Sweden's plans for new nuclear reactors, the dedication to crafting a coat hanger, energy infrastructure challenges, wasteful projects in tech organizations, and the debate on cognitive-enhancing drugs.
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Quick takeaways

  • Signal prioritizes user data privacy and refuses to monetize user data, offering a truly private communication platform.
  • Apple plans to incorporate RCS messaging standard, enabling iMessage-like features for cross-platform messaging between iPhones and Android devices.

Deep dives

Signal: A Privacy-Focused Messaging App

Signal is a privacy-focused messaging app that prioritizes user data privacy and refuses to monetize user data. With end-to-end encryption as a default, Signal provides a truly private communication platform. There is a debate about transparency in disclosing salaries for key employees by nonprofit organizations and the effectiveness of different fundraising tactics.

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