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Joseph Cox

Co-founder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media podcast. He provides insights into Palantir based on his sources.

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335 snips
Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 5min

146: ANOM

Joseph Cox, author of 'Dark Wire' and co-founder of 404 Media, dives into the intriguing world of Anom, a secure phone created by criminals that became a tool for law enforcement. He discusses the ethical dilemmas of surveillance technology and the complexities surrounding privacy rights. Cox reveals how Anom blurred the lines between security and crime, raising essential questions about government oversight. Tune in for insights on encrypted communication and the ongoing battle between law enforcement and individual privacy.
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134 snips
Jun 12, 2025 • 28min

Palantir has your info

Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media and host of the 404 Media podcast, joins John Davison from EPIC to discuss the troubling partnership between Palantir and the U.S. government. They dive into the ethical implications of merging personal data across agencies, highlighting risks for marginalized groups. The conversation explores how data collected could be abused and what this means for privacy rights. With humor interwoven, they unravel the complexities of government surveillance and the technology that enables it.
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64 snips
Nov 23, 2021 • 1h 10min

105: Secret Cells

Joseph Cox, Senior Staff Writer at Motherboard and expert in investigative journalism, dives into the realm of encrypted phones. He discusses the challenges users face with privacy on popular devices and explores the rise of Phantom Secure, which marketed phones to criminals. The conversation highlights the balance between privacy and ethical dilemmas arising from their use. Cox also examines law enforcement's controversial operations against encrypted services like EncroChat and the implications for user privacy and security in our digital age.
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39 snips
Aug 16, 2024 • 1h 5min

What's the best phone to do crimes on?

In this insightful discussion, tech reporter Joseph Cox, known for his work at the intersection of technology and crime and author of 'Dark Wire', dives into the controversial world of encrypted phones used by criminals. He reveals the rise and fall of the AN0M phone, tailored for illicit activity, and the surprising twist of the FBI leveraging it to infiltrate criminal networks globally. Joseph also examines the fallout from Operation Trojan Shield and the ongoing battle between law enforcement and the technologically savvy criminal underworld.
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35 snips
Jun 5, 2024 • 57min

Episode 582: Joseph Cox

Cybersecurity journalist Joseph Cox discusses his new book on the largest sting operation, FBI's encrypted phone platform infiltration, country wiretapping revelations, and bounty hunters accessing location data. He also shares insights on investigative journalism, managing overwhelming information, and the complexities of FBI interviews.
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24 snips
Jun 6, 2024 • 1h 3min

How the FBI Tapped the Encrypted Chats of Criminals Around the World w/ Joseph Cox

Joseph Cox joins to discuss FBI's use of Anom to crack down on criminals globally. They explore criminal evolution to encrypted phones, FBI's pursuit of encrypted networks, Dubai's cooperation, inter-agency collaboration, French military police hacking, pandemic adaptations, and ethical surveillance considerations.
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23 snips
May 31, 2024 • 24min

How the FBI's fake cell phone company put criminals into real jail cells

Journalist Joseph Cox, author of 'Dark Wire,' dives into the FBI's audacious operation with a fake cell phone company aimed at criminals. He details how law enforcement turned the tables on encrypted messaging by creating Anom, a phone disguised as a calculator app. The fascinating negotiation with the CEO of Phantom Secure shows the intricate dance of crime and tech. Cox uncovers the complexities of the FBI's unprecedented venture into bringing down criminal networks and the lasting impact of this bold digital sting.
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18 snips
Jun 22, 2025 • 29min

TBD | Airlines Are Selling Your Data to the Government

Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media, discusses the alarming practice of airlines selling passenger flight data to Customs and Border Protection. He reveals how data brokers like the Airlines Reporting Corporation operate under secrecy, allowing government agencies access without transparency. The conversation highlights rising privacy concerns, the ethical dilemmas of data usage in law enforcement, and the urgent need for comprehensive federal privacy legislation. Listeners learn tips to protect their personal data when booking flights.
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12 snips
Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 4min

Risky Business #751 -- Snowflake, operation Endgame and Microsoft's looming FTC problem

Joseph Cox, 404 Media co-founder, discusses FBI's Anom sting in his new book Dark Wire. Topics include Snowflake breach, Operation Endgame against malware services, and potential FTC probe into Microsoft. Show also covers ransomware hits in Russia, cybersecurity incidents, and Phantom Secure's downfall. Terraform simplification and cloud security management practices are highlighted for efficient operations.
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10 snips
May 23, 2024 • 42min

How the FBI built its own smartphone company to hack the criminal underworld

In this engaging conversation, Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media and author of "Dark Wire," shares insights on the FBI's audacious venture into the smartphone market with the startup ANOM. He discusses the evolution of secure messaging platforms from BlackBerry to Signal and their relevance to criminal activities. Joseph reveals the complexities of law enforcement's balancing act between technology and privacy, including the challenges of infiltrating encrypted communication networks. His captivating stories highlight the intersection of tech innovation and crime.

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