The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security

This week on The Lockdown, The Practical Privacy & Security Podcast, we’re kicking off the new year with reflections, updates, and a deep dive into key privacy issues that are shaping 2025. From privacy settings on iOS and GrapheneOS, to AI assistants and their potential privacy pitfalls, this episode covers practical advice, insights, and solutions for everyday users. Additionally, I explore new state-level privacy laws across the U.S. and what they mean for both businesses and individua...

Show Notes

This week on The Lockdown, The Practical Privacy & Security Podcast, we’re kicking off the new year with reflections, updates, and a deep dive into key privacy issues that are shaping 2025. From privacy settings on iOS and GrapheneOS, to AI assistants and their potential privacy pitfalls, this episode covers practical advice, insights, and solutions for everyday users. Additionally, I explore new state-level privacy laws across the U.S. and what they mean for both businesses and individuals.

In this week’s episode:
  1. Reflecting on personal privacy practices and professional projects.
  2. A look at U.S. state privacy regulations taking effect in 2025.
  3. Privacy and security implications of voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant.
  4. Detailed privacy settings for iOS and why GrapheneOS is the better alternative.
  5. AI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude, and their risks.
  6. Privacy concerns with vehicles, focusing on data leaks and constant surveillance.
  7. The intersection of cybersecurity and OSINT in modern attacks.

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-George Orwell

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Podcast music: The R3cluse
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What is The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security?

Welcome to The Lockdown. Privacy doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. The inability to attain extreme levels of privacy shouldn’t deter one from taking any protective measures at all. The show is hosted by Ray Heffer, an expert in the field of privacy and cybersecurity, with each episode touching on a range of topics such as data privacy, password management, and secure browsing habits. Tin-foil hats are optional!