Encrypted messaging apps promise privacy. Government transparency is often the price
States and cities across the country are grappling with how to stay on the right side of government transparency laws as the use of encrypted messaging apps becomes more widespread | 6d 1:03 AM ET ago |
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Are Your Messages Really Secure? How to Use Encrypted Apps Safely
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How to Use Signal Encrypted Messaging
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What is the Signal messaging app and how secure is it?
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The war on encryption is dangerous
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Atlantic editor-in-chief mistakenly placed on Trump officials’ war plans group chat
The editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine, Jeffrey Goldberg, says he was mistakenly added to a group chat with Trump administration officials on the commercial encrypted messaging app Signal. ...NBC News - 1d -
The overseas Apple iPhone encryption battle that could be headed to the U.S. next
Apple's refused to comply with a UK government demand for a backdoor into encrypted iPhone data, leaving users exposed. Other governments may press the issue.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
John Bolton blasts Trump officials for using Signal to conduct government business
Former national security adviser John Bolton went after multiple Trump administration officials on Monday for reportedly using the messaging app Signal to conduct government business. “I couldn't ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump officials shared military plans on a private app — 10 years after Clinton email controversy
Trump and his allies repeatedly went after Hillary Clinton for not using proper government channels to send messages containing classified material.NBC News - 1d -
New report reveals top Trump admin. officials discussed classified information on messaging app
NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube explains the alleged breach of protocol by top national security officials who discussed upcoming military strikes on the messaging app ...NBC News - 1d -
Burchett calls for government transparency on UAPs, spending: 'We deserve to know'
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) called for the government to reveal what it's spending taxpayer money on relating to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) amid growing calls from lawmakers for increased ...The Hill - 4d -
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President Trump’s sweeping promises are running headlong into the reality of governing.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
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If we don’t protect tech sovereignty today, we are going to regret it tomorrow.The Hill - Mar. 9 -
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The National Security Agency sent a bulletin in February warning of Russian hackers trying to access encrypted conversations on Signal.CBS News - 14h -
War plans group chat raises questions about Signal, cybersecurity
Top Trump administration national security officials' use of the messaging app Signal is raising new questions about the platform and how the administration is transmitting sensitive government ...The Hill - 15h -
What is Signal, app used in Yemen war plans chat?
High-level Trump officials used the digital messaging app Signal to communicate sensitive details about an impending military strike against Houthi terrorists in Yemen earlier this month, sparking ...The Hill - 21h -
TikTok extension expiring soon: Will the app be banned?
It's been seven weeks since Donald Trump assumed the presidency, a role in which he promised to "save TikTok." Will it happen in time?The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Meta investors shouldn’t sleep on WhatsApp’s potential. Here’s why
The messaging app's business services are driving revenue growth.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
To Truly Fix Siri, Apple May Have to Backtrack on One Key Thing—Privacy
The Siri that was promised back in 2011 never quite materialized. Now the big upgrade promised as part of Apple Intelligence is delayed “indefinitely.” Why can't Apple get Siri right?Wired - 3d -
Telegram CEO Durov back in Dubai as France investigates criminal activity on his app
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov says that he has travelled from France to Dubai, even as the French authorities continue to investigate criminal activity on his messaging appABC News - Mar. 17 -
How the app used by Hegseth in text group can leave the door open for spies and hackers
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Trump admin aims to get undocumented immigrants to self-deport with new messaging campaign
The Trump administration is spending $200 million on a new messaging campaign with ads and a "self-deportation" mobile app to convince immigrants to leave the U.S.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Federal judge orders Doge to release internal records for transparency
Musk said social media posts were sufficient documentation for agency that is changing face of government. US politics live – latest updates A federal judge has ruled that Elon Mus k’s ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
French scientist denied entry to US over anti-Trump messages
A French scientist was denied entry to the United States this month over messages critical of President Trump’s administration's research policies, according to France’s government. Philippe ...The Hill - 5d -
Apple's row with UK government over customer data to be heard in secret
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New football stadiums can promise a lot - but do they deliver?
Architects say the brand message clubs want to promote is a central part of modern stadium design.BBC News - Mar. 16 -
Rocket’s Redfin super app punt looks less than stellar
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Price growth cooled more than expected in February, before Trump ramped up tariffs
The president took office promising to immediately lower inflation, but economists say his expanding trade war threatens progress on price hikes.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Trump promises to buy a Tesla after electric-car maker’s shares tumble
US president’s late-night social media post follows company’s 15% share price dropFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
DOGE Makes Its Latest Errors Harder to Find
Elon Musk’s group obscured the details of some new claims on its website, despite promises of transparency. But The Times was still able to detect another batch of mistakes.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
What to know about Signal, which Pentagon previously discouraged workers from using
As the White House comes under fire for allegedly using Signal to discuss foreign policy plans, the encrypted messaging platform has now come into the spotlight.ABC News - 17h -
TikTok and Trump: The app looks set to survive the next government deadline and stay alive in the U.S.
One of President Donald Trump’s first moves at the start of his second term was to throw a lifeline to TikTok — and analysts are now expecting a repeat performance as a key deadline nears for the ...MarketWatch - 5d -
How to Enter the US With Your Digital Privacy Intact
Crossing into the United States has become increasingly dangerous for digital privacy. Here are a few steps you can take to minimize the risk of Customs and Border Protection accessing your data.Wired - 1d -
“Give Him a Chance!” – Former Liverpool Defender Sends Message to Arne Slot
Liverpool’s Youth Development Strategy: Giving Conor Bradley a ChanceLiverpool Football Club have long been recognised for its ability to nurture young talent, turning promising youngsters into ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Echoing a Roman Emperor, Croatia Tries to Cap Soaring Prices
Diocletian, who once ruled territory that now includes Croatia, tried and failed to rein in inflation by dictating prices. Today’s government hopes its own such plan will succeed.The New York Times - Mar. 9
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