Not So Critical Update

Not So Critical Update

By Not So Critical UpdateNewsTech News
Download on the App Store

Not So Critical Update episodes

  • Internet history: biggest sites since 1993 (!)
    In this video, we'll be taking a trip down memory lane to explore the evolution of the most popular websites over the past 20 years. From the early days of AOL to the dominance of Google, the internet has undergone massive changes. We'll discuss the rise and fall of some of the biggest players in internet history and what factors contributed to their success or decline. We'll also touch on the impact of these changes on society and how the internet has shaped the way we communicate and access information. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating history of the internet and the websites that have shaped it.
    Today's article:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNDILCdZmRo
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    12 min
  • The Dangers of Planned Obsolescence and Landfill Waste
    Make Appliances Great Again! In this video, we'll be exploring the issue of low quality appliances and their impact on our environment. From refrigerators to washing machines, it seems that many modern appliances are built to break down and become obsolete after just a few short years. This phenomenon, known as planned obsolescence, is contributing to the growing problem of landfill waste. We'll discuss the environmental and economic consequences of this trend and what we can do to support the production of longer-lasting appliances. Tune in to learn more about the dangers of planned obsolescence and how we can make a difference.
    Today's article:
    https://www.thefp.com/p/an-elegy-to-all-my-crap
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    12 min
  • The Importance of Total Privacy and End-to-End Encryption: Does Signal App Have the Right Idea?
    In today's digital age, our online communication is under constant threat from hackers, government surveillance, and companies looking to profit from our data. That's why it's more important than ever to prioritize total privacy and end-to-end encryption in our online communication. In this video, we'll discuss Reid Blackman's New York Times article, The Signal App and the Danger of Privacy at All Costs, and why it's crucial that we all take control of our data and communication. Tune in to learn more about the importance of total privacy and end-to-end encryption in the digital age.
    Today's article:
    https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/28/opinion/jack-dorseys-twitter-signal-privacy.html
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    24 min
  • FBI Recommends Ad Blockers!
    In a recent advisory, the FBI is recommending that everyone use ad blocking software to protect themselves from malware. In this video, we'll discuss what malware is, how it can infect your device, and why the FBI is recommending the use of ad blockers. We'll also cover some of the best ad blocking options available and how to set them up on your device. Don't let malware ruin your online experience - watch this video to learn how to protect yourself with ad blocking software.
    Today's article:
    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/fbi-warns-of-search-engine-ads-pushing-malware-phishing/
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    12 min
  • Massive Data Breach: LastPass Password Manager Hacked - What You Need to Know
    In this video, we'll discuss the recent news of LastPass being hacked and all user password vaults being compromised. We'll cover what happened, how it happened, and most importantly, what you can do to protect yourself. If you're using a password manager to store all of your login information, it's critical that you watch this video to understand the potential risks and how to mitigate them. We'll also discuss the importance of using strong, unique passwords for all of your online accounts and how a password manager can help with this. Stay tuned for more information on this major data breach and what you can do to keep your online accounts safe.
    Today's article:
    https://markuta.com/cracking-lastpass-vaults/#cracking-lastpass-vaults-with-hashcat
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    14 min
  • Emojis Bad for Boomers
    https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/fortnite-maker-epic-games-fined-520-million-accusations-exposed-child-rcna62369
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    11 min
  • AI, NFTs, and why Jon is WRONG!
    Today's article:
    https://www.cyberscoop.com/chatgpt-ai-malware/
    https://www.engraved.blog/building-a-virtual-machine-inside/
    https://maximumeffort.substack.com/p/i-taught-chatgpt-to-invent-a-language
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    20 min
  • Epic $520 MILLION Fine for Epic Games
    Today's article:
    https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/fortnite-maker-epic-games-fined-520-million-accusations-exposed-child-rcna62369
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    9 min
  • Is your Roomba spying on you?
    Today's article:
    https://www.technologyreview.com/2022/12/19/1065306/roomba-irobot-robot-vacuums-artificial-intelligence-training-data-privacy/
    Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/7QsrTbKchc
    Follow @PrivSecNews on Twitter
    Hosts:
    Peter Lowe (@pgl)
    Jon Cohen (@jonnisec)
    Mike Sutton
    7 min

About Not So Critical Update

From the publisher's feed

Peter, Jon, and Mike get angry about tech stories from the week. Three industry professionals with very different viewpoints, and very different backgrounds, discuss what's been happening and fight…