The 404 Media Podcast 3D Printed Guns and UnitedHealthcare
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Dec 11, 2024 The podcast opens with a gripping tale about a 3D printed gun found near the accused murderer of a health CEO. There’s a dive into the online persona of Luigi Mangione and the implications of journalism in criminal cases. The conversation shifts to the surprising removal of leadership pages by major healthcare companies post-tragedy. Online reactions to the assassination ignite debates on content moderation and public sentiment. Lastly, Congress is raising alarms over deepfake apps, linking technology to broader societal issues.
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Joseph Cox Doxxing
- Joseph Cox was doxxed, leaking his personal information online.
- He used DeleteMe to remove his information from data broker sites.
3D-Printed Glock in Assassination
- The alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO murderer used a 3D-printed Glock.
- This might be the first assassination in the US using such a weapon.
Evolution of 3D-Printed Guns
- Motherboard's documentary, Click Print Gun, highlighted the feasibility of 3D-printed guns.
- Early 3D-printed guns, like the Liberator, were less reliable than modern hybrid designs.