China

China removes anonymity for bloggers with over 500,000 followers, raising concerns about privacy and whistleblowers. Other topics include Google discontinuing web DRM, Apple warning about state-sponsored iPhone attacks, FTC's breach reporting order, bans on WeChat and Kaspersky, Phylin's new features, Linux Mint 21.3 update, a murder case involving a fitness app, and YouTube cracking down on ad blockers. The episode concludes with reflections on ads, alternative ways to support content creators, and a call to support the podcast.

Chinese hackers target US critical infrastructure, Iranian CyberAv3ngers attack Irish village water supply. EU sets precedent with AI regulations. Lazarus Group's maneuvers unraveled. Sandman APT's ties to Chinese cyber threats. Challenges of '5Ghoul' vulnerabilities. Deceptive dangers of MrAnon infostealer. GRU's phishing tactics spread Headlace malware.

Atlanta Braves becomes first publicly-traded baseball stock. Crocs collaborates with Pop-Tart. China cancels youth unemployment report in 2023. The hosts discuss fan ownership, brand collaborations, and China's economy.