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Techlore Talks

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Google
Synology
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Privacy
Cryptee
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Tor Project
Senator Ron Wyden
Protonmail
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Privacy Community
Consumer Reports
Notesnook
Google Play Protect
Free Software Foundation Europe
Tutanota
Molvad Browser
Bitwarden

Techlore Talks brings you in-depth conversations with the experts at the forefront of privacy, security, and digital rights. Hosted by Henry Fisher, founder of Techlore and long-time digital rights educator, each episode features meaningful discussions with the people building, researching, and advocating for digital freedom. From cybersecurity researchers and privacy tool developers to open-sourc... more

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Peer-to-peer networks have no servers—just devices talking directly to each other. Henry interviewed Mathias Buus Madsen, CEO of Holepunch, about how BitTorrent handled 40 million users without servers, why their messenger Keet can't go down even whe... more

SimpleX Chat is the only messaging network where users have no identifiers—no phone numbers, no usernames, no user IDs at all. Henry interviewed founder Evgeny Poberezkin about how unidirectional message pipes create a network where servers don't eve... more

You don't have to trust Obscura—you just have to trust that not both Obscura and Mullvad are compromised. Henry sat down with Carl, former Bitcoin Core developer and founder of Obscura VPN, to discuss how it's the first VPN that mathematically can't ... more

The Digital Markets Act is a can opener for Big Tech's walled gardens, forcing Apple, Google, and Microsoft to open their platforms whether they like it or not. Henry sat down with Lucas Lasota from the FSFE (Free Software Foundation of Europe) to un... more

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Marloes de Koning
Dutch reporter with NRC, covering tech-related issues with a focus on privacy and regulation.
NRC
Episode: Is the World Too Dependent on American Tech? (Dutch Journalist Interview)
Ricardo Signes
Chief Engineer at Fastmail
Fastmail
Episode: The Email Provider Google Doesn't Want You to Know About (Fastmail Interview)
Jose Briones
YouTuber focused on dumb phones and digital minimalism
YouTube
Episode: Dumb Phones & Privacy: Digital Minimalism with Jose Briones
Wessel Klein Snakenborg
Founder of Nova Custom, a laptop company focused on privacy and security.
Nova Custom
Episode: From Coreboot to Qubes: Secure Hardware Deep Dive with NovaCustom
Daniel Saltman
CEO and founder of Redact.dev
Redact.dev
Episode: The CEO Who Wants to Delete Your Digital Past
Benny Vasquez
Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation with a background in technology and open-source
AlmaLinux OS Foundation
Episode: How AlmaLinux Rose from CentOS's Ashes
Vishnu Mohandas
Founder and CEO of Ente
Ente
Episode: Ente - Google Photos with Privacy! (ft. CEO Vishnu Mohandas)
Abdullah Atta
CEO and lead developer of Notesnook
Notesnook
Episode: The Future of Notes is Private! - Abdullah Atta/Notesnook Interview
Hanna Bozakov
Press officer at Tuta, previously Tutanota
Tuta
Episode: Who Runs Your Email? Revealing Tuta's Security with Hanna Bozakov

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Henry Fisher
Host of Techlore Talks, and founder of Techlore, a long-time digital rights educator.
Jonah Aragon
Co-host of Techlore Talks.

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#148
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#66
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#71
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#87
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#161
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#217
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Is the World Too Dependent on American Tech? (Dutch Journalist Interview)
Q: So is there a normal part of life that needs to be addressed in terms of age verification on the Internet?
There should be awareness of a slippery slope that could lead to censorship under the guise of protecting children.
Is the World Too Dependent on American Tech? (Dutch Journalist Interview)
Q: What advice can you give to people listening right now?
I would start with a topic that I know a bit, try to find a couple of journalists to follow, and give them a chance to see if the information they provide is valuable.
Is the World Too Dependent on American Tech? (Dutch Journalist Interview)
Q: So when you originally got started with journalism, did you start with those specific topics, or did you start somewhere else and slowly work over to those specific areas?
I didn't start with these at all. I started covering tech-related issues about three years ago. Before that, I was always covering foreign affairs.
Why F-Droid Still Can't Get on iPhone (FSFE Lawyer Explains)
Q: What parts of the DMA do you guys disagree with?
The DMA tends to focus on bigger industries rather than ensuring parity for smaller startups and nonprofit developers, which could improve access and innovation.
Why F-Droid Still Can't Get on iPhone (FSFE Lawyer Explains)
Q: What are the main obligations imposed by the DMA?
The DMA imposes obligations such as allowing third-party access to app stores, data interoperability, and enabling consumers to install and uninstall software on their devices.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Techlore Talks

What is Techlore Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series focuses on conversations with experts dedicated to various aspects of privacy, security, and digital rights. Notable topics featured include emerging privacy technologies, the intricacies of cybersecurity, open-source advocacy, and the implications of surveillance on personal freedoms. Episodes often highlight discussions surrounding encryption methods, tech policies, and the importance of digital sovereignty in the context of rapidly evolving technological landscapes. Unique to this series, it positions itself as a platform for engaging dialogues with individuals deeply involved in shaping digital freedom, making it a valuable resource for listeners keen on understanding and navigating the complexities of technology and its imp... more

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2. Ricardo Signes
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