Episode Ep 51 May 2, 2026 2 hr 18 min

Is Ubuntu Becoming the New Windows?

From This Week in Privacy Privacy Guides

Canonical has laid out it's plans to integrate "AI" features into Ubuntu Linux, Signal is working on a standalone desktop version, that doesn't require a smartphone, Greece is banning anonymity on social media and more! Join us for This Week In Privacy #51

(00:00) - Intro
(00:35) - Start of podcast
(01:13) - Ubuntu's AI Plans have Linux users looking for a 'kill switch'
(24:22) - Turkey to Ban Anonymous VPNs
(28:17) - Greece to ban anonymity on social media
(38:13) - CopyFail Most Linux Distros Affected by Local Privilege Escalation
(01:08:41) - Site updates
(01:17:14) - Women's Talkspace therapy app sessions exposed in court
(01:32:39) - RightsCon Canceled After Zambia Requires 'Full Alignment' with 'National Values'
(01:45:23) - Forum updates
(01:52:38) - Q&A
(02:16:40) - Outro