 The results of the Brexit vote implicates more than meets the eye. Without the EU's authority, many laws governing online services, Internet privacy, and more need to be rewritten. The kicker? New Prime Minister Theresa May is the same woman to champion Snooper's Charter. Other topics in this discussion include the major Tumblr hack, Bitcoin, the Internet of Things, and inflight Wi-Fi. 

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Speculating a Post-Brexit Internet - MakeUseOf, Matthew Hughes

 Josh sits down with David Christopher, Communications Manager at Open Media Canada. David and Josh compare the former and current Canadian government’s policies when addressed with concerns over privacy legislation, examine the public’s acceptance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and discuss the free internet situation. 

Canada's Triple Threat Match for an Open Internet - David Christopher, Open Media Canada

 Josh sits down with Jadzia Butler, Privacy Surveillance & Security Fellow for CDT. Jadzia and Josh delve into the the balance between government security, the needs of corporations and individual rights. 

Technology and Law: The Transition Between Physical & Digital - Jadzia Butler, CDT

 In the twelfth edition of the Secure Sessions podcast, Josh and our interviewee, Jim Killock, got into the thick of state-sponsored surveillance. Comparing the stark contrast between the US and UK in permitted Internet access as well as surveillance practices, questions of ethics arise. Listen to the podcast now for an eye-opening discussion about Snooper's Charter, the excuses used to advance the surveillance state, and more! 

The Politics of Distraction - Jim Killock, Open Rights Group

 As much as we talk about Federal government spying, rarely does the conversation trickle down to the local level in the same way that surveillance tools and trends do. Some of the largest cities in the US — Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles — have an extensive history of spying, surveillance, and infiltration. Josh chats with Hamid Khan from the Stop LAPD Spying Coalition for an eye-opening discussion about data trails, predictive policing, the "see something, say something” initiative, and more. 

The Architecture of Local Surveillance - Hamid Khan, Stop LAPD Spying Coalition

 Government surveillance, while providing a form of security, allows the opportunity for those who protect us to behave badly. But at what point does surveillance for the “greater good” turn questionable? Josh sits with Russell Brandom from The Verge for a jam-packed discussion about secret non-federal surveillance devices, local law enforcement hacking, and provisions for those who find internal ethics concerns.. 

The Next Frontier? Law Enforcement Hacking - Russell Brandom, The Verge

 Josh sits down with Jeff Gamet, Managing Editor for the Mac Observer. Jeff and Josh delve into Wi-Fi security with the Internet of Things (IoT), Apple’s difficulties in China, and security predictions for the impending iOS 10 release. 

What Apple's WWDC Will Reveal - Jeff Gamet, Mac Observer

 On this edition of Secure Sessions, Josh chats with Priya Anand, reporter for MarketWatch and BuzzFeed, covering tech, cyber, and fraud issues. Priya and Josh dive right into the security in the booming ‘Internet of Things,’ and the vague legal jurisdiction of encryption. 

What it Takes to Live As a Modern Citizen - Priya Anand, BuzzFeed

 Josh sits down with Jose Pagliery, Cybersecurity Reporter for CNN. Jose and Josh delve into the constant friction between convenience and security, discuss Bitcoin and the future of digital currency, and the legal jurisdiction of online crime. 

Transparency vs. Anonymity: The Future of Digital Currency & Crime - with Jose Pagliery of CNNMoney

 This week on Secure Sessions, Josh speaks with Jenna McLaughlin, Reporter for The Intercept. Jenna and Josh shared the secret powers of government branches to monitor internet activity, weighed in on the gap between legislators and technology, and explained why digital hygiene is important. Listen to the entire episode to hear Jenna and Josh's opinions on the FISA Court, PIPA, SOPA, and invasive legislation such as Rule 41 and Section 702 Surveillance. Does the government really have an all-access pass to your data? Tune in now to find out, or read the transcript of this week's interview. 

Shocking: Government Hasn't Kept Pace with Technology - Jenna McLaughlin, The Intercept

 Seung Lee, Tech Reporter for Newsweek speaks to Josh about the future of encryption legislation, the relationship between the military and Silicon Valley in the face of the Pentagon's DIUX startup, and the power of computers vs. human brains. 

Adapt or Die: Can the Government Keep up with Secure Technology? - with Seung Lee of Newsweek

 Last week, Josh had the chance to speak with Grant Gross, the Senior Editor at IDG News, for Secure Sessions. Gross, whose contributions regularly appear in publications such as PCWorld and CIO, has been closely following trending news stories in cyber security and net neutrality. Throughout the course of their discussion, Grant and Josh analysed the US Federal Communications Commission's proposal to protect user privacy in ISP surveillance, how net neutrality is affected by those Internet Service Providers, the Panama Papers, and much more!. 

Contract Violations and Government Regulations: How ISPs Scam the System

 Bill Frezza, freelance contributor to many business and technology publications, and host of the RealClear Radio Hour speaks to Josh about mass surveillance and technology legislation. Additional discussion points include: the Apple versus FBI controversy, the cat and mouse game that is the cryptographer’s dilemma, the security versus convenience trade-off and more! 

Is Mass Surveillance an Inevitability?

 Josh from IPVanish speaks to Kate Knibbs, Staff Writer for Gizmodo. Discussion points include: the ongoing encryption battle between the U.S. Department of Justice and Silicon Valley, Apple vs. FBI verdict in California, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden’s (D-OR) pro-crypto legislation, Richard Burr (R-NC) and Dianne Feinstein’s (D-CA) proposed anti-crypto bill, the Panama Papers data leak, Alan Alda and more! 

How Far Will the Government Go? Understanding Encryption Legislation with Kate Knibbs

 Josh from IPVanish speaks to Katie Benner, Journalist for The New York Times. Discussion points include: the current state of the encryption battle between Apple and the FBI, the fallout from the dropped California case, how Richard Burr (R-NC) and Dianne Feinstein’s (D-CA) proposed anti-crypto bill could affect the debate, and more! 

The Ultimate Power Struggle: Talking with the Times about Apple vs. FBI

The Secure Sessions podcast discusses trending online security, digital rights, and encryption legislation with digital security experts, cryptographers, political activists and media professionals. Hosted by IPVanish CTO Josh Gagliardi, Security Sessions breaks down what's important in the digital security space and makes it relatable for everyday internet users. Security Sessions is brought to you by IPVanish VPN, the only Top Tier, No Log VPN worldwide.

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