Apple's new AirTags are discussed as a potential surveillance tool. While marketed for finding lost keys, the hosts argue the Bluetooth mesh network could easily be used by law enforcement or stalkers to track individuals without their knowledge.
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Apple's new AirTags are discussed as a potential surveillance tool. While marketed for finding lost keys, the hosts argue the Bluetooth mesh network could easily be used by law enforcement or stalkers to track individuals without their knowledge.
UPS and FedEx Vaccine Distribution, Bluetooth Tracking
UPS and FedEx are coordinating the massive logistical task of distributing vaccines across the U.S. Each shipment is tracked using Bluetooth devices and real-time monitoring to ensure the sub-freezing temperature is maintained throughout the journey.
Social Distancing Terminology and Universal Basic Income Beta Test
The hosts critique the term "social distancing" as psychologically harmful and discuss the stimulus bill as a "beta test" for Universal Basic Income (UBI) and Modern Monetary Theory (MMT). They predict that future health compliance will be managed through geofencing, Bluetooth alerts, and DNA-linked health certificates.
Schiphol Airport Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Tracking Systems
Schiphol Airport has implemented a tracking system that monitors individuals via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth signals on their mobile devices. Signage at every terminal door informs travelers of the system, claiming privacy is ensured while monitoring movements for security purposes. This level of active individual tracking is noted as a significant shift in airport surveillance.