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A Deep Dive into Encrypted Messaging Apps
Why is the FBI is recommending the use of encrypted messaging apps following a major Chinese hack on U.S. telecom companies?
A detailed examination of popular messaging apps like Signal, WhatsApp, Telegram, iMessage, and Google Messages, investigating their security protocols, data collection practices, and susceptibility to hacks.
00:00 Introduction: The Urgency of Encrypted Messaging
01:17 The Chinese Hack and Its Implications
02:59 Signal: The Gold Standard of Secure Messaging
07:17 WhatsApp: Privacy Concerns and Comparisons
13:17 Telegram: Misconceptions and Realities
18:47 Other Secure Messaging Apps: Honorable Mentions
21:23 Conclusion: Choosing the Right Messaging App
Demystifying the Signal Protocol -
https://medium.com/@justinomora/demystifying-the-signal-protocol-for-end-to-end-encryption-e2ee-ad6a567e6cb4
Matthew Green - Is Telegram really an encrypted messaging app? -
https://blog.cryptographyengineering.com/2024/08/25/telegram-is-not-really-an-encrypted-messaging-app/
Wire, Threema, Session reviews:
https://cyberinsider.com/secure-encrypted-messaging-apps/session/
https://cyberinsider.com/secure-encrypted-messaging-apps/wire/
https://cyberinsider.com/secure-encrypted-messaging-apps/threema/
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