Is Ubuntu Becoming the New Windows?
May 02, 2026•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 51
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Episode description
Canonical has laid out it's plans to integrate "AI" features into Ubuntu Linux, Signal is working on a standalone desktop version, that doesn't require a smartphone, Greece is banning anonymity on social media and more! Join us for This Week In Privacy #51
- (00:00) - Intro
- (00:35) - Start of podcast
- (01:13) - Ubuntu's AI Plans have Linux users looking for a 'kill switch'
- (24:22) - Turkey to Ban Anonymous VPNs
- (28:17) - Greece to ban anonymity on social media
- (38:13) - CopyFail Most Linux Distros Affected by Local Privilege Escalation
- (01:08:41) - Site updates
- (01:17:14) - Women's Talkspace therapy app sessions exposed in court
- (01:32:39) - RightsCon Canceled After Zambia Requires 'Full Alignment' with 'National Values'
- (01:45:23) - Forum updates
- (01:52:38) - Q&A
- (02:16:40) - Outro
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