Topic: Lebanon Crisis

2 chapters across the catalog

Crypto-Burger
Episode 1696 17:28 - 23:42

1696: Crypto-Burger

Sixth Generation Warfare, Personal Device Security Concerns

The transition to "sixth generation warfare" involves the weaponization of everyday consumer electronics, leading to psychological operations where no device is perceived as safe. Discussion covers the safety of Graphene OS on Pixel devices and the difficulty of removing modern batteries. A side report describes the dire economic situation in Lebanon, where citizens are reportedly using force to withdraw funds from bullet-riddled banks.

Dead Name
Episode 1531 2:39:16 - 2:43:37

1531: Dead Name

Lebanon Banking Crisis, Currency Devaluation

Protesters in Beirut attacked banks as the Lebanese pound lost 98% of its value since 2019. Citizens are being denied access to their savings, leading to lawsuits and occasional armed hold-ups to secure funds for basic necessities. The hosts discuss the zero-reserve policies of modern banks and the potential role of Bitcoin as a hedge against such financial collapses.