Hosted by Omar Torres · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 87 episodes
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Omar Torres hosts The Privacy Report, a technology show with 87 episodes published.
Wazuh can improve security without surrendering endpoint telemetry to a closed vendor, but only if you control what it logs, who can access it, and how long the data lives.
Cybersecurity isn’t just about stopping hackers it’s about controlling who can access your data and why. This guide breaks down what it really means, why it matters now, and how to protect yourself effectively.
DNS block lists can reduce tracking and block malicious domains, but they’re not a complete privacy solution. Here’s what they actually protect, what they miss, and how to use them effectively in 2026.
Loyalty programs promise savings, but often trade discounts for detailed personal data. Here’s how they track you, influence prices, and what you can do to protect your privacy.
A credit freeze is free and actually blocks fraud, while credit monitoring only alerts you after the fact. Here’s what most advice gets wrong and how to protect yourself properly. Read next: The Hidden Costs of “Free” VP
FinTech apps often connect to your bank using screen scraping, which may require sharing your login credentials. Here’s how the technology works, why it raises privacy concerns, and how to tell if an app is using it.
Identity theft online rarely starts with a hack — it starts with weak account security and breached data. This practical guide explains what actually works today, where most advice fails, and how to reduce your risk with
“I have nothing to hide” misses how modern surveillance really works. Privacy isn’t about secrets—it’s about power, autonomy, and protecting everyday people from profiling, manipulation, and future abuse.
Email receipts aren’t just proof of purchase. Many include hidden tracking that links your buying behavior to long-term profiles. This guide explains how receipt tracking works—and how to limit it without losing access.
KOSA doesn’t mandate age verification—but it all but guarantees more data collection. This deep dive explains how S.1748 incentivizes surveillance, threatens anonymity, and why the real privacy risks aren’t in the fine p
Contact Key Verification adds a powerful tripwire against silent iMessage interception—but it doesn’t eliminate Apple’s control or metadata risks. Here’s what CKV actually protects, where it falls short, and who should u
Zero Trust is a modern security model that assumes no user or device should be trusted by default. Learn how it works, why it matters for privacy, and how to apply it responsibly.
CVEs are public identifiers for known security vulnerabilities. This guide explains how CVEs work, why they matter for privacy and data protection, and how to use them to reduce real-world digital risk.
Terms of Service; Didn’t Read helps you understand what you’re really agreeing to before clicking “accept.” Learn how ToS;DR exposes hidden privacy risks, where it falls short, and how to use it to make better digital de
Governments are rethinking data sovereignty as reliance on foreign tech becomes risky. This guide explains what data sovereignty really means—and how individuals can apply the same principles to their own digital lives.
Cybersecurity skills gaps—not headcount—are the biggest risk in 2025. New ISC2 research shows why education is the most effective deterrent against modern cyber attacks.
Mullvad Browser is designed to stop tracking and profiling by making users blend in rather than stand out. This guide explains how it works, where it excels, and the mistakes that quietly undermine its privacy benefits.
RCS messaging adds modern features to SMS, but its security is widely misunderstood. This guide explains when RCS is encrypted, who can see your messages, and why privacy-focused users should be cautious.
Immich is an open-source, self-hosted alternative to Google Photos that keeps your images under your control. This guide explains how it works, why it matters for privacy, and what to consider before using it.
Digital privacy is eroding through constant tracking, data brokers, and weak enforcement. Learn what’s driving the loss of privacy, how it affects real people, and what practical steps you can take to regain control.
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