Stop Using SMS As Two Factor Authentication

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In this video we talk about how SMS 2FA services like the one Twitter uses are being used to track location and retrieve call logs from users. I cover ways you can protect yourself and what alternatives you should use instead.

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Article discussed: https://9to5mac.com/2022/02/09/twitter-2fa-text-privacy/

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