

NBTV: Your Money, Your Data, Your Life
Naomi Brockwell
NBTV: Your Money; Your Data; Your Life. Welcome to the worlds of Digital Privacy, Tech, Scientific Innovation, and Cryptocurrency. NBTV is hosted by Naomi Brockwell: tech journalist, producer for 19-times emmy award-winning journalist John Stossel, and host of Coindesk daily show "The Hash".
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Oct 25, 2023 • 20min
Keyboard Apps are a privacy NIGHTMARE!
https://youtu.be/y4brX6x3mrMhttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Keyboard-privacy:1How private is your phone keyboard?Smartphones allow us to intimately communicate, do sensitive work, and access the world around us by tapping on a screen: The gateway to this world is the keyboard. It’s where we type our searches, our credit card details, our passwords. You'd better hope the keyboard you're using is private, and not sending off your keystrokes somewhere else. In this video we dive into keyboard privacy, and dive into some of the most private and least private keyboard options. 00:00 Intro01:10 Virtual Keyboards Explained02:21 Third-Party Keyboards03:05 How to Tell if a Keyboard App is Safe06:26 These Keyboards Leak Your Data!08:12 Apple’s iOS Keyboard11:04 Google’s GBoard12:51 MORE PRIVATE OPTIONS13:02 Graphene OS14:22 AnySoftKeyboard14:50 OpenBoard15:18 FlorisBoard15:30 SimpleKeyboard16:00 Fleksy16:42 Stay Vigilant18:00 YES IT'S OK THAT I PRONOUNCE DATA THIS WAYA third-party keyboard app isn’t just something you should add to your phone because it offers some cool features. It’s a critical decision that can undermine the privacy of your entire device. Choose wisely.Special Thanks to for their wonderful contributions to this piece!Brought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Cube Boy, Sam Ettaro, Will Sandoval Scrut1ny, Reuben Yap, Alex Baer, and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.media#keyboards #phone #privacy #tech #surveillanceSupport the show

Oct 15, 2023 • 16min
Modern cars are a privacy nightmare
https://youtu.be/eIryvRwxp9Ahttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Car-Tracking:7It's worse than you realize. In this video we dive into all the types of data your car is collecting about you: from video footage, microphone recordings, location data, biometrics, all the way to files/contacts/photos ingested from your phone!00:00 Cars are NO place for a private conversation!02:11 What data is our car collecting?05:41 Video footage06:16 Microphones08:09 Location08:40 There's a SIM card in your phone, sending off all your data!10:01 Telematics10:56 Sensors: Capturing weight, emotions, etc11:10 DON'T CONNECT YOUR PHONE TO YOUR CAR!13:00 Who is getting access to our data?14:06 This is a huge problemThis is the first video in a series we're doing on car privacy. Later in the series we examine:- how easy it is to hack modern cars- trackers in cars that you had no idea existed- the perverse incentives that drive companies to collect as much data about us as possible- the history of when this all started- dangers of used cars: the previous owner of your car might still have access to all your car’s remote features, tracking tools, and cameras! - how to wipe your own information and location history from your car before you sell it- how to opt out of this collection and better protect yourselfWe really need to get a conversation going around car privacy, and increase awareness. It’s so important we push back against the normalization of these practices, starting now. Special Thanks to Andrea Amico, Dale Wooden, Sam Curry and Ghost Exodus for lending their expertise to this piece!Brought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Cube Boy, Sam Ettaro, Ghost Exodus, Will Sandoval and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show

Oct 5, 2023 • 36min
Can We Build a Better Internet?
https://youtu.be/HYAQYbE63wohttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Creating-a-better-internet:9The internet has fundamentally transformed the way we communicate and access information. But while it lifts us up, it has also become the most potent enabler of totalitarian surveillance that the world has ever seen.In this talk, I explore the privacy implications of our growing digital world, and the kind of future we are paving the way towards. I also dive into what we can do today to try to ensure a better future.00:00 The Internet's Double-Edged Sword03:33 Current State of Privacy07:46 Effects of Pervasive Surveillance18:22 The Normalization of Surveillance and its Psychological Effects25:00 Recap So Far25:34 What Can We Do TODAY for a Better Tomorrow33:54 ConclusionAs we celebrate the marvel that is the modern digital world, it’s vital we recognize the internet’s dual nature: it’s as much a beacon of enlightenment as it is a potential tool for surveillance. History is riddled with instances where powerful entities have misused it to target the vulnerable and the voiceless. As we craft the web’s future, let’s not just innovate; let’s protect.Every line of code, every infrastructure choice, every innovation can not only push the boundaries of what’s technologically possible, but can also uphold the fundamental right to privacy for billions of people across the globe.Let's create a better internet!Brought to you by NBTV members: Will Sandoval, Cubeboy, and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.media#technology #freedom #surveillance #privacy #internetSupport the show

Sep 25, 2023 • 13min
Scam Alert: You're Next!
https://youtu.be/OR8SmnVSLCghttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Youre-a-target:a"I'm not important, why would anyone target me?"The internet is a war zone filled with people actively trying to scrape all of your data and attack you with scams. But you're not being singled out: Scammers target everyone. They're indiscriminate, and you will inevitably fall into their wide net. In this video I explain how perceiving yourself as a low-value target actually makes you an ideal target for both scams and data collection. I also explain how you can better protect yourself.00:00 Intro00:37 Overview01:02 The Illusion of Digital Insignificance06:33 You Are Not As Careful As You Should Be08:34 How to Protect Yourself11:57 ConclusionBy underestimating our digital importance, we put both our privacy and security at greater risk.Brought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Cube Boy, Sam Ettaro, Will Sandoval and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show

Sep 16, 2023 • 13min
When Data Brokers Ruin Lives
https://youtu.be/b0d90ul4ELEhttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/data-brokers-ruin-lives:dData brokers are like invisible digital packrats, silently harvesting every piece of data about us that they can find. But the information provided by data brokers isn’t always correct. This is a problem because it's often heavily relied on by law enforcement as evidence, without being independently verified. In this video, hacker and researcher Ghost Exodus explains how his life took a dramatic turn because of inaccurate information provided by data brokers. We also explain steps that you can be can today to minimize your risk.00:00 What Are Data Brokers03:28 LexisNexis' Accurint04:43 Ghost Exodus' Story07:51 The Dangers of Inaccurate Data Collection10:08 What Can We Do11:29 ConclusionIf we enable powerful entities like governments or corporations to see completely into our lives, we shift the balance of power too far away from the individual, and could lead society to a dark place. Thankfully, we are empowered individuals, and can make changes in our own lives to protect our privacy, starting today.Learn more about Ghost Exodus' story on Darknet Diaries!https://darknetdiaries.com/episode/70/Brought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Cube Boy, Sam Ettaro, Will Sandoval and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show

Sep 5, 2023 • 10min
Telegram Isn't As Private As You Think
https://youtu.be/rtRQKQkvUfEhttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Telegram:68Telegram advertises itself as a private messaging app, and has attracted over 800 million users. But Telegram is one of the last apps I'd recommend if you're looking for private communication.In this video we explain how encryption actually works on Telegram: how it's not possible to end-to-end encrypt group chats, and how direct messages are not private by default. There are also some red flags about their encryption protocol, and how they present their overall privacy to the broader public. 00:00 Intro00:47 Group Chats01:38 One to One Messages04:25 Encryption05:54 Who Gets Access to Your Data?08:27 ConclusionGroup chats on Telegram are wildly popular. But just remember that those messages are all able to be read by Telegram, as well as anyone else who is able to get access. I don't want anyone being misled about the privacy on the platform due to impressive marketing campaigns.Best Messaging Apps:YT: https://youtu.be/rTPBqWzjuyo?si=j9-umhbiTqRrB9QmLBRY: https://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/MOST-Private-Messaging-Apps:3?r=GUK6PrynXgHhu1LzZDT5WDeFDtJLbvUvWorst Messaging Apps:YT: https://youtu.be/47_3_vaUSIU?si=qrmrTyrZhJQ7wv0oLBRY: https://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Worst-messaging-apps-for-privacy:a?r=GUK6PrynXgHhu1LzZDT5WDeFDtJLbvUvBrought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Cube Boy, Sam Ettaro, Will Sandoval, Reuben Yap, and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show

Aug 26, 2023 • 19min
They Sell Your Data to EVERYONE
https://youtu.be/GQHutNQVLgwhttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Data-Brokers:bData brokers know a lot about us. They silently harvest any information they can find, by purchasing information, using trackers, scraping social media, ingesting data breaches.They compile this information into databases, and sell access so that others can sift through the most private and sensitive areas of our lives. In this video we pull back the curtain on a largest player in this industry - LexisNexis Risk Solutions, and talk about their giant contracts to sell data to governments.00:00 Data Brokers01:53 LexisNexis Risk Solutions04:17 How Your Data is Collected07:01 Risk to Civil Liberties11:16 Let's stop normalizing surveillance!12:25 Lawsuits and Investigations12:54 What Can We Do15:20 Proactive Steps You Can Take TODAYData is the new currency. Let’s take back control of our information, and make more conscious choices about the technology we use.The future has not yet been written -- let's write one where privacy prevails and the balance of power lies with the individual. Let's fight against the creeping normalization of surveillance in our lives.Brought to you by NBTV team members: Reuben Yap, Lee Rennie, Cube Boy, Will Sandoval and Naomi BrockwellSpecial Thanks to Ghost Exodus for sharing his expertise!https://twitter.com/ExodusGhostTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show

Aug 17, 2023 • 60min
How To Make Private Transactions, & Why It's Crucial
https://youtu.be/tIr9GfCtd9Uhttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Private-Transactions:bFinancial privacy is essential for a free society, because it allows us to support causes we believe in without fear of retribution, to flee dangerous situations without being tracked, to live our daily lives without feeling like every choice we make is on display and needs to be self-censored.How can we have a truly free society if the way we interact with the world around us is constantly monitored and controlled? But that's exactly what's going on right now. In this presentation I explain how surveillance of the traditional financial system works, and what solutions there are for reclaiming your right to financial privacy. 00:00 Financial Privacy Is Crucial for a Free Society2:22 Traditional Financial System is Controlled, Censored, and Monitored3:29 Talk Overview5:38 Everyone Is Selling Your Financial Data6:42 People Are Persecuted Because Their Payments Are Monitored8:42 History of Financial Surveillance13:02 3rd-Party Doctrine14:07 Cash17:59 Bitcoin18:40 Cryptocurrencies are NOT private!19:53 Tip #1: Use Privacy Coins26:20 Tip #2: No Pass-Through Privacy29:11 Tip #3: Break Up Patterns33:57 Tip #4: Protect Against OSINT Privacy Leaks39:23 Tip #5: Beware of Active Analysis Tricks44:55 Alternative Financial Systems ARE The Answer47:03 Audience Q&ATraditional privacy tools like cash continue to dwindle in relevance, but cryptocurrencies like privacy coins present themselves as torchbearers of financial privacy in this new digital era.But the level of privacy you get is contingent upon the choices you make -- it's not enough to use things like privacy coins, you have to know how to use them properly.Special Thanks to Zcon for inviting me to speak!Brought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Cube Boy, Will Sandoval and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show

Aug 5, 2023 • 13min
pfSense Deep Dive: Unbound Explained!
https://youtu.be/c-bDpZoG--whttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/pfsense-deep-dive:5Consumer grade routers are like leaky boats. But you can beef up your setup using things like the pfSense open source router and firewall software. In previous videos we've looks specifically at DNS settings, and programs like "Unbound" within pfSense. While these grant you granular control over your home network, they can also be confusing.This video dives deeper into "Unbound", the DNS resolver on pfSense, and explains what each of its many settings means so that you can get a better understanding of just what it's capable of.00:00 Intro01:09 DNS/pfSense Recap02:22 Unbound Settings Explained11:00 DNS Forwarder Explained11:38 ConclusionpfSense is a great tool that gives your router a power-up, enabling greater control, enhancing security, and the ability to set up more privacy for your internet activities. Special Thanks to John Todd for guiding us through the tutorial process!More information on Quad9:https://quad9.net/Brought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Sam Ettaro, Cube Boy, Reuben Yap, Will Sandoval and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show

Jul 27, 2023 • 17min
DNS Blocklists Explained! Stop Internet Snooping!
https://youtu.be/pURzvhYQ2FQhttps://open.lbry.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/DNS-Blocklists:3These days, trackers infiltrate nearly every webpage. Advertisements demand your attention and monitor your online movements. Your own devices and software send telemetry back to manufacturers and developers, leaking all kinds of information about your activities. DNS blocklists can help you regain control over your network traffic. They can stop your devices from ever connecting to certain data tracking sites, malicious content, or servers that collect telemetry.In this video, we explain exactly how they work, and how to set them up on your home network using the open source router and firewall software, pfSense.00:00 Intro00:53 Understanding DNS Blocklists02:32 Setting Up DNS Blocklists13:36 Note for Quad9 Users14:17 The Looming Threat15:12 ConclusionDNS blocklists and the reports they generate are a great way to become more aware of how our data is being collected and our privacy invaded without us realizing.Special Thanks to John Todd for guiding us through the tutorial process!More information about Quad9:https://quad9.net/Brought to you by NBTV team members: Lee Rennie, Sam Ettaro, Cube Boy, Will Sandoval and Naomi BrockwellTo support NBTV, visit https://www.nbtv.media/support(tax-deductible in the US)NBTV's new eBook out now!Beginner's Introduction To Privacy - https://amzn.to/3WDSfkuBeware of scammers, I will never give you a phone number or reach out to you with investment advice. I do not give investment advice.Visit the NBTV website:https://nbtv.mediaSupport the show


