FBI's Secret Phone Venture
The FBI once operated a startup phone company called Anum, designed to monitor criminal communications through encrypted smartphones. This venture reveals the complex interplay between privacy and security in technology, as the same tools that protect individuals can also empower criminals. As the conversation unfolds, the tension between tech companies and government oversight becomes increasingly apparent, highlighting the ongoing struggle for balance in an evolving digital landscape.In this clip
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Decoder with Nilay Patel
How the FBI built its own smartphone company to hack the criminal underworld
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