Mr. Tavitel
@mrtavitel.bsky.social
Avid reader, tea enthusiast, nature lover, .NET developer
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It's been a big year at Signal. Thanks to you, more & more people are speaking privately and freely. Thanks to you, we hit the top of app stores in multiple countries & served as critical global comms infrastructure. It's an honor to build Signal for you, with your support. 🩵
December 30, 2025 at 7:20 PM
It's been a big year at Signal. Thanks to you, more & more people are speaking privately and freely. Thanks to you, we hit the top of app stores in multiple countries & served as critical global comms infrastructure. It's an honor to build Signal for you, with your support. 🩵
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📣THREAD: It’s surprising to me that so many people were surprised to learn that Signal runs partly on AWS (something we can do because we use encryption to make sure no one but you–not AWS, not Signal, not anyone–can access your comms).
It’s also concerning. 1/
It’s also concerning. 1/
PSA: we're aware that Signal is down for some people. This appears to be related to a major AWS outage. Stand by.
October 27, 2025 at 10:38 AM
📣THREAD: It’s surprising to me that so many people were surprised to learn that Signal runs partly on AWS (something we can do because we use encryption to make sure no one but you–not AWS, not Signal, not anyone–can access your comms).
It’s also concerning. 1/
It’s also concerning. 1/
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The technical consensus is clear: you can't create a backdoor that only lets the "good guys" in. However they're dressed up, these proposals create cybersecurity loopholes that hackers & hostile nations are eager to exploit. 6/
October 9, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The technical consensus is clear: you can't create a backdoor that only lets the "good guys" in. However they're dressed up, these proposals create cybersecurity loopholes that hackers & hostile nations are eager to exploit. 6/
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We're so relieved to see Germany reaffirm its opposition to the dangerous Chat Control proposal--the one that would mandate mass scanning of communications. Germany's long been a solid champion of privacy, and the news that it was considering backing mass surveillance was alarming. 1/
October 9, 2025 at 11:40 AM
We're so relieved to see Germany reaffirm its opposition to the dangerous Chat Control proposal--the one that would mandate mass scanning of communications. Germany's long been a solid champion of privacy, and the news that it was considering backing mass surveillance was alarming. 1/
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And here are the results of my Authors vs AI flash fiction experiment!
mark---lawrence.blogspot.com/2025/08/the-...
mark---lawrence.blogspot.com/2025/08/the-...
The AI vs authors results! (part 2)
So, before I get to the numbers and reveals I'll reiterate a few things: i) I hate that AI can do this. ii) These authors write books - ty...
mark---lawrence.blogspot.com
August 17, 2025 at 1:24 PM
And here are the results of my Authors vs AI flash fiction experiment!
mark---lawrence.blogspot.com/2025/08/the-...
mark---lawrence.blogspot.com/2025/08/the-...
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Use Signal. We promise, no AI clutter, and no surveillance ads, whatever the rest of the industry does. <3
June 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Use Signal. We promise, no AI clutter, and no surveillance ads, whatever the rest of the industry does. <3
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To celebrate the completion of The Library Trilogy with THE BOOK THAT HELD HER HEART, I'm giving away the full set of signed Locked Library special editions.
To enter just repost.
Contest held across my socials - enter elsewhere too to increase chances.
Winner chosen randomly from all entries.
To enter just repost.
Contest held across my socials - enter elsewhere too to increase chances.
Winner chosen randomly from all entries.
April 17, 2025 at 1:23 PM
To celebrate the completion of The Library Trilogy with THE BOOK THAT HELD HER HEART, I'm giving away the full set of signed Locked Library special editions.
To enter just repost.
Contest held across my socials - enter elsewhere too to increase chances.
Winner chosen randomly from all entries.
To enter just repost.
Contest held across my socials - enter elsewhere too to increase chances.
Winner chosen randomly from all entries.
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This is inaccurate. There is no known vulnerability with Signal's core tech. The memo was discussing phishing attempts, which Signal has worked to mitigate. And it was hastily reported.
It's important not to spread misinfo that can confuse people into moving away from meaningfully private comms.
It's important not to spread misinfo that can confuse people into moving away from meaningfully private comms.
In case you missed it: the Pentagon--that's Hegseth--got warned about using Signal a week ago.
March 26, 2025 at 1:40 PM
This is inaccurate. There is no known vulnerability with Signal's core tech. The memo was discussing phishing attempts, which Signal has worked to mitigate. And it was hastily reported.
It's important not to spread misinfo that can confuse people into moving away from meaningfully private comms.
It's important not to spread misinfo that can confuse people into moving away from meaningfully private comms.
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It's really crucial to understand how badly framed this is. There is no Signal vulnerability. The Pentagon email did a bad job explaining a Google report from a month ago and NPR repeated it.
This is like saying because you got a phishing email at your Gmail address, there's a Google vulnerability.
This is like saying because you got a phishing email at your Gmail address, there's a Google vulnerability.
News: NPR’s Tom Bowman reports of a Pentagon-wide warning about Signal’s security vulnerability - one week ago 👇🏼
March 25, 2025 at 11:25 PM
It's really crucial to understand how badly framed this is. There is no Signal vulnerability. The Pentagon email did a bad job explaining a Google report from a month ago and NPR repeated it.
This is like saying because you got a phishing email at your Gmail address, there's a Google vulnerability.
This is like saying because you got a phishing email at your Gmail address, there's a Google vulnerability.
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After interviewing @meredithmeredith.bsky.social at SXSW, I have come to the conclusion that the only way to protect your data is to not let it be collected…
March 13, 2025 at 1:48 AM
After interviewing @meredithmeredith.bsky.social at SXSW, I have come to the conclusion that the only way to protect your data is to not let it be collected…
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"Those who rule us stamp upon rage for they see it clearly, knowing it for the fire that it is, and who invites such hungry flames among that which they possess?"
Grey Sister
Grey Sister
February 28, 2025 at 7:44 PM
"Those who rule us stamp upon rage for they see it clearly, knowing it for the fire that it is, and who invites such hungry flames among that which they possess?"
Grey Sister
Grey Sister
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January Kickstarter Update: New art, future playtest material, and a trip across the pond!
#gamedesign #kickstarter #LoA #DnD #5E
#gamedesign #kickstarter #LoA #DnD #5E
Update 13: New Year, New Art! - January Update · A Faeseeker's Guide to Avallen - A Celtic Sourcebook
January Update
I know I'm late to the party, but Happy New Year everyone! I hope 2025 brings you some fantastic gaming. I plan to do my best to help you make that happen.
Pen Afanc islanders gather ro...
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January 31, 2025 at 4:40 PM
January Kickstarter Update: New art, future playtest material, and a trip across the pond!
#gamedesign #kickstarter #LoA #DnD #5E
#gamedesign #kickstarter #LoA #DnD #5E
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OK, I'm bringing out the big guns to test Bluesky engagement😀
Repost & follow to be in the draw!
One randomly selected person will get this signed (& dedicated) copy of the Locked Library special edition of THE BOOK THAT WOULDN'T BURN.
Repost & follow to be in the draw!
One randomly selected person will get this signed (& dedicated) copy of the Locked Library special edition of THE BOOK THAT WOULDN'T BURN.
November 15, 2024 at 1:55 PM
OK, I'm bringing out the big guns to test Bluesky engagement😀
Repost & follow to be in the draw!
One randomly selected person will get this signed (& dedicated) copy of the Locked Library special edition of THE BOOK THAT WOULDN'T BURN.
Repost & follow to be in the draw!
One randomly selected person will get this signed (& dedicated) copy of the Locked Library special edition of THE BOOK THAT WOULDN'T BURN.
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Whilst it would be difficult to live on what the Irish library system gives me each year, I'm glad to have it 🙂
November 6, 2024 at 10:46 AM
Whilst it would be difficult to live on what the Irish library system gives me each year, I'm glad to have it 🙂
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Laatste EU #chatcontrol voorstel uitgelekt
Regeringen stemmen op 23 september, het wordt kantje boord...
Worden berichtendiensten geblokkeerd in Europa?
patrick-breyer.de/en/new-eu-pu...
Zet je regering onder druk om privacy en veilige encryptie te verdedigen
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/take-acti...
Regeringen stemmen op 23 september, het wordt kantje boord...
Worden berichtendiensten geblokkeerd in Europa?
patrick-breyer.de/en/new-eu-pu...
Zet je regering onder druk om privacy en veilige encryptie te verdedigen
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/take-acti...
New EU push for chat control: Will messenger services be blocked in Europe?
On Monday a new version of the globally unprecedented EU bill aimed at searching all private messages and chats for suspicious content (so-called chat control or child sexual abuse regulation) was cir...
patrick-breyer.de
September 12, 2024 at 11:10 AM
Laatste EU #chatcontrol voorstel uitgelekt
Regeringen stemmen op 23 september, het wordt kantje boord...
Worden berichtendiensten geblokkeerd in Europa?
patrick-breyer.de/en/new-eu-pu...
Zet je regering onder druk om privacy en veilige encryptie te verdedigen
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/take-acti...
Regeringen stemmen op 23 september, het wordt kantje boord...
Worden berichtendiensten geblokkeerd in Europa?
patrick-breyer.de/en/new-eu-pu...
Zet je regering onder druk om privacy en veilige encryptie te verdedigen
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/take-acti...
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Such a delight to sit down with the great @a_greenberg for a long engaged convo on surveillance, AI, my wild path through tech, and how by rejecting the toxic norm Signal provides a shining model for better, healthier tech futures♥️
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
Under Meredith Whittaker, Signal Is Out to Prove Surveillance Capitalism Wrong
On its 10th anniversary, Signal’s president wants to remind you that the world’s most secure communications platform is a nonprofit. It’s free. It doesn’t track you or serve you ads. It pays its engin...
www.wired.com
August 29, 2024 at 8:21 AM
Such a delight to sit down with the great @a_greenberg for a long engaged convo on surveillance, AI, my wild path through tech, and how by rejecting the toxic norm Signal provides a shining model for better, healthier tech futures♥️
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
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Each time I read/listen to @meredithmeredith.bsky.social, new ideas just burst out of what she says.
Like this:
"AI is the narrative. It’s not the technology. Surveillance and infrastructure are the material conditions."
Reminds me of Kate Manne on misogyny V sexism
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
Like this:
"AI is the narrative. It’s not the technology. Surveillance and infrastructure are the material conditions."
Reminds me of Kate Manne on misogyny V sexism
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
Under Meredith Whittaker, Signal Is Out to Prove Surveillance Capitalism Wrong
On its 10th anniversary, Signal’s president wants to remind you that the world’s most secure communications platform is a nonprofit. It’s free. It doesn’t track you or serve you ads. It pays its engin...
www.wired.com
August 28, 2024 at 4:13 PM
Each time I read/listen to @meredithmeredith.bsky.social, new ideas just burst out of what she says.
Like this:
"AI is the narrative. It’s not the technology. Surveillance and infrastructure are the material conditions."
Reminds me of Kate Manne on misogyny V sexism
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
Like this:
"AI is the narrative. It’s not the technology. Surveillance and infrastructure are the material conditions."
Reminds me of Kate Manne on misogyny V sexism
www.wired.com/story/meredi...
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The planned #chatcontrol makes the world less secure and more authoritarian, as it is directed against private and encrypted communication. Proponents are using disinformation, lies, and sleight of hand to push through the project. A commentary.
netzpolitik.org/2024/client-...
netzpolitik.org/2024/client-...
Client-Side-Scanning: Chat Control is Pure Surveillance State
The planned chat control makes the world less secure and more authoritarian, as it is directed against private and encrypted communication. Proponents are using disinformation, lies, and sleight of ha...
netzpolitik.org
June 19, 2024 at 5:54 AM
The planned #chatcontrol makes the world less secure and more authoritarian, as it is directed against private and encrypted communication. Proponents are using disinformation, lies, and sleight of hand to push through the project. A commentary.
netzpolitik.org/2024/client-...
netzpolitik.org/2024/client-...
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You need to take action against #ChatControl NOW.
If things go as "expert groups" in the EU have planned, ChatControl might pass on the 19th of June.
Contact your representatives and tell them to vote a clear NO; to count abstentions as formal disagreements.
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/council-t...
If things go as "expert groups" in the EU have planned, ChatControl might pass on the 19th of June.
Contact your representatives and tell them to vote a clear NO; to count abstentions as formal disagreements.
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/council-t...
Council to greenlight Chat Control - Take action now!
The Belgian EU Council presidency seems set to have bulk Chat Control searches of our private communications greenlighted by EU governments on Wednesday 19 June. This confirms concerns that the propon...
www.patrick-breyer.de
June 16, 2024 at 6:51 PM
You need to take action against #ChatControl NOW.
If things go as "expert groups" in the EU have planned, ChatControl might pass on the 19th of June.
Contact your representatives and tell them to vote a clear NO; to count abstentions as formal disagreements.
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/council-t...
If things go as "expert groups" in the EU have planned, ChatControl might pass on the 19th of June.
Contact your representatives and tell them to vote a clear NO; to count abstentions as formal disagreements.
www.patrick-breyer.de/en/council-t...
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Signal just posted a new official statement regarding Chat Control 2.0: “New Branding, Same Scanning: Upload Moderation Undermines End-to-End Encryption”.
signal.org/blog/pdfs/up...
#ChatControl #Signal
signal.org/blog/pdfs/up...
#ChatControl #Signal
signal.org
June 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Signal just posted a new official statement regarding Chat Control 2.0: “New Branding, Same Scanning: Upload Moderation Undermines End-to-End Encryption”.
signal.org/blog/pdfs/up...
#ChatControl #Signal
signal.org/blog/pdfs/up...
#ChatControl #Signal
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Another round in the fight against #chatcontrol that the EU Presidency wants to vote on this week. Please sign and share the Global Encryption Coalition letter if you can:
Joint Statement on the dangers of the May 2024 Council of the EU compromise proposal on EU CSAM
TChild sexual abuse and its distribution online is a serious crime that can only be effectively addressed if EU member states take a measured approach that is informed by expert evidence. The EU Parli...
actionnetwork.org
June 17, 2024 at 8:35 PM
Another round in the fight against #chatcontrol that the EU Presidency wants to vote on this week. Please sign and share the Global Encryption Coalition letter if you can:
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"All of us steal our lives. A little here, a little there. Some of it given, most of it taken. We wear ourselves like a coat of many patches, fraying at the edges, in constant repair. While we shore up one belief, we let go another. We are the stories we tell ourselves. Nothing more."
TBTWB, bk1
TBTWB, bk1
May 25, 2024 at 11:10 AM
"All of us steal our lives. A little here, a little there. Some of it given, most of it taken. We wear ourselves like a coat of many patches, fraying at the edges, in constant repair. While we shore up one belief, we let go another. We are the stories we tell ourselves. Nothing more."
TBTWB, bk1
TBTWB, bk1