Episode #0032 – Encryption Warnings, Gaming Anthologies, and The Game Awards Winners (Livestream from 12/18/2024)

In this episode, we discuss the CISA and FBI’s push for end-to-end encryption in response to telecom hacks and explore key IT hardening strategies to protect infrastructure. We also dive into the renewal of Amazon Prime’s Secret Level, a gaming anthology series directed by Tim Miller and Dave Wilson, featuring stories inspired by titles like Dungeons & Dragons and Warhammer 40k. Finally, we share our thoughts on the winners of The Game Awards 2024, including Astro Bot claiming Game of the Year, and reflect on the impact of this year’s awards on the gaming industry.

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This episode goes/went live on 01/01/2025 (exact time of episode availability will vary per platform – Spotify is always live first)

Hosts/Contributors

• Brent
• Matt
• Jordyn

Technical Lead and Audio/Video Design

• Brent

Sources

• CISA urges switch to Signal-like encrypted messaging apps – https://www.cisa.gov/news/telecom-hacks-signal-encryption
• Enhanced Visibility and Hardening Guidance – https://www.cisa.gov/enhanced-hardening-guidance
• Prime Video renews Secret Level for season 2 – https://www.techradar.com/prime-video-renews-secret-level
• The Game Awards 2024 Winners – https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/the-game-awards-2024-winners/

Tags

#Encryption, #GamingAnthology, #TheGameAwards, #PodcastEpisode, #TechUpdates, #IndustryNews, #CyberSecurity