In this episode of Banish Big Brother, Zach and Elizabeth dive into the indictment of Telegram founder Pavel Durov and what it means for tech companies being held responsible for users’ actions. They also discuss Atlanta’s new security robot patrols and the eerie rise of robotic surveillance in neighborhoods. Finally, they explore a U.S. government-funded initiative aiming to replace brain tissue and what this could mean for the future of health—and privacy.
Zach Varnell
Zach Varnell is a cybersecurity expert and advocate for privacy and individual liberty. He is a founding member of Banish Big Brother, a nonprofit dedicated to combating invasive surveillance. His insights have been featured in publications like Infosecurity Magazine, Threatpost, ZDNET, and the Washington Examiner.