EP 258. In this week’s hyper focused update: Unveiling the hidden reach of Wi-Fi tracking, exposing how everyday devices can reveal your location to anyone, anywhere. A global cybersecurity alert highlights a sprawling Chinese hacking operation targeting critical communication networks across 80 nations. OpenAI’s new surveillance measures on ChatGPT spark debate over privacy and safety in AI-driven conversations. Anthropic’s shift to train AI on user data raises critical choices for privacy and security by September 28th. A clever linguistic trick exposes vulnerabilities in AI chatbots, challenging the robustness of their safety filters. A widely used software tool, maintained by a Russian developer, raises security concerns for U.S. Defense Department projects. The FCC’s 2025 STIR/SHAKEN rules aim to restore trust in caller ID by cracking down on robocalls with stricter compliance. Meta’s unauthorized AI chatbots mimicking celebrities ignite ethical concerns over digital likeness and platform oversight. There’s a lot to see (and hear) in this week’s update. Let’s get looking! Find the full transcript here.
