Topic: Identity Protection

2 chapters across the catalog

Study says... Duh!
Episode 284 2:19:48 - 2:24:36

284: Study says... Duh!

GE QuietCare Senior Monitoring, Intel Identity Protection Technology

GE and Intel have partnered to create "QuietCare," a system of motion sensors for senior living communities that monitors resident behavior for "significant changes." The hosts view this as an intrusive surveillance tool for the elderly. Additionally, Intel is building "Identity Protection Technology" into its chips, which is linked to its recent acquisition of McAfee.

Volvo's Are Sexy
Episode 18 9:18 - 16:27

18: Volvo's Are Sexy

Customs and Border Protection, The Nebraska Adam Curry

An entry into the United States resulted in a ninety-minute secondary screening by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) due to a name and birthdate match with a person of interest. An agent, who was a former whistleblower at Honda USA, explained that the "M" on the customs form stands for "match." The subject of the search is reportedly a 23-year-old man from Nebraska with a similar name, leading to the advice of asking for a "TL" (Team Leader) to expedite future screenings.