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Privacy in the Age of Surveillance Capitalism: Lessons from Meredith Whittaker
Andrew Amaro Andrew Amaro

Privacy in the Age of Surveillance Capitalism: Lessons from Meredith Whittaker

In a digital age where our most intimate conversations are routinely harvested as corporate assets, Signal president Meredith Whittaker stands as a rare voice of clarity. In two recent appearances—one at Slush 2024 and another in conversation with marketing legend Guy Kawasaki at SXSW LIVE—Whittaker delivered a masterclass in why privacy matters to everyone, not just the paranoid or those with "something to hide."

We've analyzed these conversations to extract the essential insights about privacy, surveillance, and the alarming trajectory of AI. What emerges is a coherent critique of our digital infrastructure that should concern anyone who values human autonomy.

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Security Threat Intel Report - 2025-03-20
SHELLHOUNDS SHELLHOUNDS

Security Threat Intel Report - 2025-03-20

This analysis examines interconnected vulnerability chains affecting four major technology stacks: Fortinet security infrastructure, VMware virtualization environments, Microsoft Windows systems, and GitHub development pipelines. While these specific attack paths have not yet been observed in the wild, the individual components represent realistic exploitation scenarios aligned with current attacker methodologies. Our assessment provides a practical evaluation of potential exploitation and effective defensive countermeasures.

Brought to you by our very own - ShellHounds: Rapid Tactical Prototyping Lab | Klavan Security

A high-speed, black-box research lab for cyber & physical security R&D, focusing on offensive and defensive tech development, rapid prototyping, and real-world testing. Think DARPA meets underground skunkworks, with a mix of fun, cutting-edge, and deadly serious.

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Trapped by Tech: How Your Devices Could Get You Arrested Abroad
Andrew Amaro Andrew Amaro

Trapped by Tech: How Your Devices Could Get You Arrested Abroad

Your Smartphone, Your Laptop, Your GPS—A Ticket to Trouble?

Imagine stepping off a plane, jetlagged but excited, only to find yourself being pulled aside by authorities. They take your phone, demand your passwords, and start scrolling through your apps. Maybe it's a WhatsApp message, a VPN app, or just your Google Maps history—but suddenly, you’re a suspect.

Welcome to the invisible minefield of digital laws, where the wrong app, the wrong device, or even the wrong search history could land you in jail.

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Good Will Hacking: The Good-Faith Security Researcher’s Dilemma in Canada and Beyond
Andrew Amaro Andrew Amaro

Good Will Hacking: The Good-Faith Security Researcher’s Dilemma in Canada and Beyond

Cybersecurity has never been more critical, with governments worldwide scrambling to protect sensitive infrastructure, safeguard privacy, and counter cyber threats. However, when it comes to good-faith security research—the practice of probing systems for vulnerabilities to improve security—the legal landscape is a mixed bag.

Here’s a deep dive into how Canada, the U.S., and Europe approach good-faith security research, through the lens of Bill C-26, Loi 25, and other global policies.

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Bill C-26 Review
Andrew Amaro Andrew Amaro

Bill C-26 Review

Bill C-26 Review: Personal Privacy, Ethical Hacking and Law Enforcement.

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BSides Ottawa 2024: Data Breaches and Dark Secrets: The Corporate Side
Andrew Amaro Andrew Amaro

BSides Ottawa 2024: Data Breaches and Dark Secrets: The Corporate Side

"Data Breaches and Dark Secrets," where I share my journey as a security researcher tracking cybercriminals and ransomware gangs. We'll discuss the challenges of helping organizations and victims, the need for accountability, and the aggressive tactics used to silence ethical hackers.

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