The TBOT Show | Episode #1

The TBOT Show | Episode #1

Author: The most important weekly tech news + solutions. May 30, 2025 Duration: 22:52

Hey peeps,

Its Hakeem! We’ve just released the first episode of the new #TBOT show which will be published every Friday from now on.

🔥 My focus with this show is to give you the most important tech stories every week in about 20 minutes (ain’t nobody got more time than that) - all with recommendations.

PLUS - one cool tech trick or open-source solution every week.

This week we’ll discuss:

* REAL ID: In early May, travelers are now ‘required’ to use REAL ID. So what is it? We discuss the origins of REAL ID in the 9/11 commission report and how REAL ID becomes the foundation for biometric ID, and how you can opt out at the airport.

* Siri’s Listening: Apple settles $95M to a lawsuit alleging Siri has been listening to you without your consent. The lawsuit cites a whistleblower who tells us about Apple’s dirty secrets.

* IRS vs Crypto: The IRS is sending out a new form trying to catch people who lied on their tax returns about owning crypto. How’d they get the info? They demanded it from Coinbase. You won’t believe what all they received. This is why we use non-custodial wallets.

* Google’s Antitrust Situation: The DoJ ruled that Google had a monopoly on the search market and is getting ready to ‘remedy’ the situation. What’s going to happen with Google? Listen in for the details and the history of antitrust lawsuits in the US.

* Unstoppableswap, swap BTC for XMR without needing to trust a third party.

We’ll be publishing text posts and clips of each of these stories next week!

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Hakeem Anwar hosts The #TBOT Show, a weekly podcast dedicated to cutting through the noise of the tech world. Instead of just reporting headlines, this show focuses on the technology news that actually shapes your daily routine, privacy, and digital freedom, explaining why it matters in clear terms. Each episode is designed to be concise and actionable, wrapping up in under twenty minutes. You’ll hear informed analysis and straightforward recommendations on how to navigate the week’s developments. True to its mission, every installment also provides a practical takeaway: this might be a powerful open-source tool you can use, a privacy-enhancing skill to learn, or a sustainable tech solution to implement. It’s a blend of necessary context and usable insight, making it a resource for anyone who wants to understand and take back control of their tech life. Tune in for a focused, efficient update that prioritizes depth over duration, ensuring you stay informed without being overwhelmed. This podcast delivers exactly what its author promises: the most important weekly tech news paired with tangible solutions.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 80

The #TBOT Show with Hakeem Anwar
Podcast Episodes
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