Your Phone Number Is Compromised - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV005)
Release Date: 02/18/2025
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Bypass App Store Censorship With These Tools - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV010)
ATL BitLab Podcast
In this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme discuss the challenges of app store censorship and explore various alternatives to the Google Play and Apple App Stores. They dive into the Aurora Store, Obtainium, F-Droid, Zap Store, and Accrescent, examining how these platforms can help preserve user privacy and circumvent censorship. Learn about the benefits and limitations of each alternative and get insights on how to take back control of your device's app ecosystem. Show Notes: 00:00 Introduction to Apple's App Store Policies 00:35 Welcome to the...
info_outlineYou might not realize it but your phone number is undermining your privacy and digital sovereignty. In this episode of the Sovereign computing show, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme discuss the problems with the typical setup that most of use have with phone numbers, SIM cards, & cellular data. Then they detail steps you can take to fix the problem by decoupling phone numbers from service providers, using VoIP numbers, eSIMs, and other tools.
Show Notes: https://atlbitlab.com/podcast/your-phone-number-is-compromised
00:00 Embracing the Sovereign Computing Mindset
00:50 Introduction to the Sovereign Computing Show
01:05 Sponsorship and Community at ATL BitLab
02:12 Discussion on UK Government's Demand to Apple
04:56 Importance of Open Source and Decentralized Trust
08:17 Approaching Phone Numbers in a Self-Sovereign Manner
09:53 Decoupling Phone Numbers from Identity
16:07 Using JMP.chat for Private Phone Numbers
21:30 Privacy-Respecting Cellular Data Providers
23:08 Switching to eSIM: A Simple Guide
23:45 Privacy-Preserving Payment Methods
24:14 Using Virtual Debit Cards for Privacy
24:57 Challenges with Prepaid Visa Cards
26:38 Mint Mobile: Data and Phone Number Separation
27:24 Exploring Other Providers: US Mobile and Silent Link
30:54 The Importance of Owning Your Phone
32:38 Recap and Final Thoughts
38:07 Listener Boosts and Feedback
39:48 Closing Remarks and Support