I’m not worried about malicious software, I’m worried about da gummint
“Malicious software” is a big category, and includes any scenario where a government (or anyone else) is able to cause your phone/computer/etc to act against your wishes.
Well I know for a fact that it scans my phone for photos because I’ve taken photos of things and get ads for them on Taobao. I’m on the cusp of finally being putting together my application for permanent residency and people keep bringing up my shady past. I don’t want some damn AI reporting to Beijing that I worked for cash off the books for years. I’ve got a good cover story and I’m sure I can make it fly. They’re getting more and more strict. The latest story is how even Ph.D.s aren’t immune. Used to be they cleared a fast lane for you.
“Malicious software” is a big category, and includes any scenario where a government (or anyone else) is able to cause your phone/computer/etc to act against your wishes.
Well I know for a fact that it scans my phone for photos because I’ve taken photos of things and get ads for them on Taobao. I’m on the cusp of finally being putting together my application for permanent residency and people keep bringing up my shady past. I don’t want some damn AI reporting to Beijing that I worked for cash off the books for years. I’ve got a good cover story and I’m sure I can make it fly. They’re getting more and more strict. The latest story is how even Ph.D.s aren’t immune. Used to be they cleared a fast lane for you.