Brothers prank each other with tech-savvy tricks, including a wild 'sound bomb' setup and a hilarious credit card stunt to buy a building. A fraternity culture clash leads to amusing chaotic mishaps and creative pranks. Listeners share nostalgic tales of vintage payphones, exploring forgotten hacks to score free calls. Humorous reflections on the quirks of RFID technology remind us of the security risks in our digital age. The hosts also shed light on the importance of personal data protection in today's online world.

A U.S. soldier's arrest linked to a hacking incident raises concerns about cybersecurity and privacy in today’s world. The historical significance of the Bitcoin pizza transaction adds a humorous twist, especially with a new website tracking its value. Late discussions reflect on holiday experiences tied to current events, while a new tool enhances browser security against online threats. The impact of AI on education and engineering sparks debate about ethics, adaptability, and employee welfare in tech companies.

Happy holidays, everyone. We’re bringing you a hacked classic to tide you over while Scott and I take a break to relax and gear up for the new year to hit us like a ton of bricks.This is one of my favorites from a couple of years ago, back in the halcyon days of June 2022—an interview with music professor Meryl Goldberg that I still think about. It’s got Cold War intrigue, hidden codes, and Klezmer music. Honestly, I want to make a movie about it, so if your 2025 wishlist includes setting a bunch of money on fire producing a film, let me know.Hope you had a happy holiday and a festive new year. Safe travels if you’re on the road, and if you’re home, I hope you’re relaxing.Enjoy The Phantom Orchestra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready for a wild ride through the world of hacking and data privacy! Lists of grocery points systems and Australian internet providers fuel epic stories of exploiting vulnerabilities, from free internet access to loyalty programs. The hosts blend humor and ethics as they discuss password security failures and consumer culture. Eerie data privacy experiences, including a scam involving a speaker's mother, highlight urgent privacy risks. Plus, enjoy nostalgic tales of high school hacks and clever tech tricks that make you question ethics in education!

Reflecting on a wild year, the hosts dive into the gamification of adversarial agents promising big payouts. They discuss the implications of DNA companies switching ownership, stirring concerns about personal data privacy. A humorous trip through Bitcoin's milestones captures nostalgia and cybersecurity challenges, especially after a major data breach affecting millions. The quirky realm of ASMR and the ethics of AI paint a vivid picture of modern dilemmas, while heartfelt thanks to listeners add a warm touch to the year's bizarre tech tales.

Can AI in security cameras be fooled? A researcher explores how edge AI can be tricked into misclassifying objects, like thinking a person is a bird. They discuss clever techniques, including adversarial examples and reverse engineering of devices like Wyze Cameras. The podcast also highlights the rising cyber threats in 2024 and the importance of local AI processing for privacy. With community-driven efforts, hackers are encouraged to explore vulnerabilities to enhance security and safety.

Explore a quirky journey through tech mishaps and nostalgia, featuring a heartwarming tale of a hacked internet contest that led to a life-changing electric guitar. Dive into the humorous recounting of outdated security practices and unexpected admin access. Discover the challenges of digital marketing automation gone awry and the moral quandaries of strategic gaming. Reflect on the wild early days of file-sharing and the bizarre antics of youthful financial fraud. It's a blend of laughs, lessons, and fond memories!

A chatty chat in which we discuss the Infinite Backrooms and the extremely profitable shock-meme-cult it spurred, a big update in the McDonald's ice cream machine right to repair story, Apple Bug Bounties, Canadian hackers and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We wanted to know: How was USDoD, the hacker behind major data breaches, unmasked? On this episode, we trace his journey from infiltrating FBI-linked networks to leaking sensitive data, and hear from OSINT specialist and Predicta Lab CEO Baptiste Robert, who used open-source intelligence to follow USDoD’s digital trail, revealing what law enforcement missed along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The whole second half of this one is one long call but trust us it's worth it. A call in show with tales of hackers getting hacked back, spoofed emails, and operating system vulnerabilities.Hotline Hacked is brought to you by DeleteMe. Take control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Now at a special discount for our listeners: Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/HACKED and use promo code HACKED at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices