First up in the news: The fight against enshittification starts

In security and privacy: Shock-horror, Chinese government spies

Then in our Wanderings: Joe rambles, Bill drives himself crazy, Majid actually has fun! Charles, and Jim explores notes apps.

Link To Full Show NotesThe News:
Norway’s Consumer Council takes aim at enshittification

Security And Privacy:
China Upgrades the Backdoor It Uses to Spy on Telcos Globally

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