The Internet, Seriously

Is your privacy being traded for "safety" in the 2026 identity revolution? From Discord’s mandatory biometric scans to humanoid robots in our living rooms, we break down the tech shifts you can't afford to ignore.
In this episode of the Internet Seriously podcast, we analyse the massive cultural and technical shift occurring as platforms move away from pseudonymity. We dive into the controversial "Brussels Effect" of global regulation, the breathtaking (and slightly terrifying) agility of China’s new Unitree humanoid robots, and whether "iRoot Safe" can actually protect your 3D home maps from foreign servers. We also get interrupted by our own security systems forcing a reset!
Whether you're a privacy advocate or a robotics enthusiast, you’ll learn how the "mess of life" is the final frontier for AI and what it means for your digital sovereignty.

Can AI actually help us stop scammers by "thinking" like them? Join Emily Taylor and the Oxford Information Labs team as they reveal how they’re using advanced AI to analyse 70 million scam signals without losing the "human touch."
In this deep dive, we explore the methodology behind our latest study into scam and fraud victims, supported by Google.org. You’ll learn how "Prompt Engineering" and "Human Review" work together to process massive datasets that would take a human lifetime to read. We move beyond "victim blaming" terminology to look at how scammers target specific groups—from the "neurospicy" community to the bereaved—and discuss why AI is an essential, ethical tool for protecting researchers from traumatising content.

How do we stop scammers who move faster than the law? In this episode, we go behind the scenes of the Global Signal Exchange (GSE) to reveal how a billion-signal database is revolutionising the fight against global fraud.
Join Emily, Lucien, and Mark from Oxford Information Labs as they discuss the technical architecture and real-world impact of the GSE. Discover how a landmark "Malvertising" pilot between Google and Amazon proved that even the world’s largest platforms have blind spots that only collaborative signal sharing can fix. We dive into the "Big Tech" partnerships, the use of AI and LLMs for threat classification, and why "making it a sport" through league tables is encouraging providers to clean up the internet's supply chain.

Is the dream of a resilient, open internet dying? Join us as we dissect Iran’s unprecedented 2026 digital airlock and why Microsoft’s CEO thinks you’re using AI all wrong.
In this episode of The Internet, Seriously, we sit down with Whisper Security CEO Kaveh Ranjbar to uncover the technical "bottlenecks" and BGP manipulation behind Iran's massive January 2026 internet blackout. We move beyond the headlines to discuss the human cost of digital sovereignty and whether "low-orbit" satellites like Starlink are a viable escape. Plus, we explore the shift from AI "slop" to high-value cognitive tools and provide a blunt review of the Sonos software meltdown—proving that even your home speakers aren't safe from the "internet of broken things."

You’ve heard the headlines about the Coupang data breach, but what does 34 million compromised accounts really mean for your personal safety? If you're looking for expert analysis on modern online scams and how to protect your data, you're in the right place!In this episode, our experts unpack the massive Korean retailer Coupang data leak, discussing the risks of identity theft, phishing, and the critical importance of a robust employee offboarding process. Plus, we provide an exclusive debrief from the Global Anti-Scam Summit (GASS) in D.C., where we heard shocking new details on scams and the vital need for global, collaborative fraud prevention efforts. Learn how industry leaders, government, and technology companies are finally working together to combat the rising tide of cybercrime and keep your family safe online.