Topic: Nstic

The hosts argue that the ultimate goal of the government's cybersecurity policy is the creation of an "identity ecosystem" that eliminates online anonymity. They discuss the National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace (NSTIC) and criticize major tech platforms for enforcing real-name policies.

The Department of Homeland Security proposes the National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace (NSTIC), which would create a centralized identity system for the internet. The hosts warn that this could lead to a requirement for government-approved IDs to post online or shop.