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I Asked My AI What Was Wrong With My AI
I Asked My AI What Was Wrong With My AI
Rob Pratt Jul 14, 2026

I’d just finished cleaning up after a v4 upgrade of my Personal AI Infrastructure. Everything technically worked. Services were up, hooks were firing, the file structure was where I’d left it. But something felt off — that hum you get when a system is running but not quite right.

Weekly Privacy Insights: July 6, 2026 – July 13, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: July 6, 2026 – July 13, 2026
Rob Pratt Jul 13, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights This week’s privacy news centers on Google’s new remote attestation scheme targeting de-googled Android, the KIDS Act passing the House, AI surveillance systems that enforce every rule automatically, and a sharp essay on what data center opposition misses about AI power concentration.

Weekly Privacy Insights: June 29, 2026 – July 6, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: June 29, 2026 – July 6, 2026
Rob Pratt Jul 6, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights This week’s privacy news is anchored by a landmark Supreme Court ruling protecting location data, alongside troubling revelations about Flock’s plateless vehicle tracking, France’s push toward quantum-safe encryption, and the expanding reach of AI-powered video surveillance.

I Hacked My Own Chatbot in 5 Minutes
I Hacked My Own Chatbot in 5 Minutes
Rob Pratt Jul 5, 2026

I built a customer service chatbot for a fake company called Acme Corp. Friendly, helpful, the kind of “How can I help you today?” bot half the internet is bolting onto their website right now.

Weekly Privacy Insights: June 22, 2026 – June 29, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: June 22, 2026 – June 29, 2026
Rob Pratt Jun 29, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights This week’s privacy news highlights concerns about weak RSA keys, facial recognition technology, and the increasing use of armed police drones. We also explore the importance of transparency in the use of face recognition in Paraguay.

Weekly Privacy Insights: June 15, 2026 – June 22, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: June 15, 2026 – June 22, 2026
Rob Pratt Jun 22, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights This week’s stories share a common thread: governments racing to expand surveillance—and to weaken the protections standing in their way—almost always under the banner of safety. From Canada’s push to break encryption to the UK’s sweeping age-verification ambitions, the pattern repeats: broad mandates, thin evidence, and the public’s privacy treated as an acceptable casualty. The bright spots came from the courts and the legislature, where a few proposals actually moved in the right direction.

Weekly Privacy Insights: June 8, 2026 – June 15, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: June 8, 2026 – June 15, 2026
Rob Pratt Jun 15, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights The past week has seen significant developments in the world of privacy, with several key articles shedding light on pressing issues. The trend towards increased surveillance and data collection continues, raising concerns about individual rights and freedoms.

Weekly Privacy Insights: June 1, 2026 – June 8, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: June 1, 2026 – June 8, 2026
Rob Pratt Jun 8, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights The past week has seen significant developments in the realm of privacy, with various articles shedding light on emerging threats and ongoing battles against mass surveillance. The most pressing concerns revolve around AI-powered technologies, government spying, and the increasing reliance on facial recognition.

Weekly Privacy Insights: May 25, 2026 – June 1, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: May 25, 2026 – June 1, 2026
Rob Pratt Jun 1, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights The past week has seen significant developments in the world of privacy, with a mix of positive and concerning trends. The introduction of new technologies and policies raises important questions about their impact on individual rights and freedoms.

Weekly Privacy Insights: May 18, 2026 – May 25, 2026
Weekly Privacy Insights: May 18, 2026 – May 25, 2026
Rob Pratt May 25, 2026

Weekly Privacy Insights This week’s privacy news highlights several concerning trends and developments that warrant attention from individuals, organizations, and governments alike.