
Surveillance Report
Weekly privacy and security news podcast - Presented by Techlore & The New Oil. The goal of Surveillance Report is keep the world updated on the latest privacy & security news to empower individuals to remain safe with the newest information. Join us for the ride! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Aug 7, 2024 • 21min
Q&A: If We Could Fund Any Project, It Would Be...
What if you had $50 million to support privacy organizations? The conversation dives into who would get the funds and why. Could we reshape IP laws to enhance consumer privacy? Discover the ins and outs of Windows telemetry and ways to curb data leaks in WhatsApp. Opinion shifts on Haveno rise after LocalMonero's closure. The latest Apple Intelligence promises changes for iPhones, but are they an upgrade for privacy? Plus, insights on the UP Phone and how public figures navigate their privacy.

Aug 6, 2024 • 20min
Dating Apps Can Give Stalkers Your EXACT LOCATION!
Dating apps might be revealing users' exact locations, raising alarm bells about safety and privacy. Recent breaches have exposed sensitive health and voter data, emphasizing the need for caution in sharing personal info. The discontinuation of a popular two-factor authentication app is also discussed, alongside a marked rise in passkey adoption. Legislation aimed at protecting children's online privacy is making headway, while new developments in tech continue to highlight concerning trends in data security.

Jul 30, 2024 • 25min
Cookies? Ad-Tech? Google Says Both!
Google is doubling down on user tracking with cookies and a controversial Privacy Sandbox initiative. Twitter users need to opt out quickly to protect their data from AI submission. A recent court ruling is a game changer, preventing border agents from accessing your phone without a warrant. The discussion dives into significant data breaches affecting many platforms and highlights Switzerland's push for open source software in the public sector. Plus, there's an in-depth look at privacy challenges in cryptocurrency wallets and emerging tech features that enhance online privacy.

Jul 24, 2024 • 18min
Q&A: Would We Move Countries For Better Privacy?
Debating emigration for privacy laws, Nate's email habits, new offline keyboard app, review of privacy tools, email archiving benefits, comparison of security tools on GitHub

Jul 22, 2024 • 22min
THESE Are The Phones Cellebrite Can Hack!
The podcast discusses Cellebrite's phone hacking tool, potential data breaches at various companies, Proton's new AI venture, and the transition from one-time passwords to digital tokens for added security.

Jul 17, 2024 • 8min
Q&A: User Accounts vs Shelter?
Exploring the benefits of user accounts vs Shelter for compartmentalization on Android, including privacy and security advantages. Delving into the challenges of using Shelter with Biometric Unlock and transferring files between profiles on a phone. Discussing the security implications of user accounts versus Shelter profiles and incorporating VPN connections for heightened security.

Jul 15, 2024 • 23min
All AT&T Customer Records EXPOSED?!
The podcast discusses the massive AT&T data breach exposing customer records, the risks of leaked metadata, data breaches at Evolve Bank and spyware vendor Mspy, Google news updates, cybersecurity concerns, Ghost's federated newsletter, and Bitwarden's mobile app update.

Jul 10, 2024 • 15min
Q&A: Should People Be Worried About Metadata?
The podcast delves into why people don't care about metadata and the risks of app plug-ins. It also explores how to have privacy conversations in person, discussing technical restrictions, personal experiences, and advocacy approaches.

Jul 8, 2024 • 26min
Another Leap For The Proton Suite!
Discussing Proton Drive's new collaborative Docs feature, Big Tech's privacy policy changes for AI training, Discord's encryption tests, data breaches from various companies, and privacy concerns with Signal and AI training using children's photos.

Jul 3, 2024 • 16min
Q&A: How Do We Know We Can Trust FOSS?
Discussions on trusting and not trusting FOSS, thoughts on biohacking, futureproofing threat models, and ISP data collection in the latest Surveillance Report podcast.
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