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Nov 8, 2021

Orchid CEO Dr. Steven Waterhouse Speaks at Web Summit 2021

On Thursday, November 4th, Orchid CEO Dr. Steven Waterhouse (Seven) spoke at Web Summit, an annual technology conference that brings together tech founders, thought leaders, and media outlets from around the globe. His presentation focused on the proliferation of digital currencies, and how people can safeguard their rights in the face of growing financial censorship.

Nov 8, 2021

Atakama’s Dimitri Nemirovsky on the New Era of Digital Privacy

“Recent developments in the digital space have definitely benefited individuals,” said Dimitri Nemirovsky. “But they haven’t come without risks.”

Nov 5, 2021

Secret Foundation’s Tor Bair Joins Priv8’s Expanding Roster of Speakers

We are thrilled to announce that technology journalist Tor Bair will speak at Orchid’s Priv8 Virtual Privacy Summit. Priv8, a first-of-its-kind event focused on digital privacy, is a venue for experts to share their experiences, predictions, hopes, and advice with like-minded people around the world. Tor joins a growing slate of distinguished speakers, including journalist, analyst, and author Glenn Greenwald.

Nov 5, 2021

Orchid 0.9.35 Gives You More Control Than Ever When You Use the Internet

Orchid version 0.9.35 is now available, giving people even more control over how to explore the Internet in privacy, particularly when it comes to configuring multiple hops.

Nov 4, 2021

VPN Lag: It’s a Drag!

There are many good reasons to use a VPN. These privacy solutions are an excellent way to prevent sensitive information—such as browsing data, financial histories, or private communications—from being exposed to third parties. VPNs have become essential for staying safe online, offering users much stronger opportunities for censorship resistance, and for freer exploration of the web than is possible when simply browsing the Internet unprotected. Particularly in places where website blocks have been put in place by Internet service providers (ISPs) or governments, VPNs can be an essential tool for accessing the Internet.

Nov 2, 2021

BlockTower Capital’s Ari Paul Joins Priv8’s Expanding Roster of Speakers

We are thrilled to announce that Ari Paul of BlockTower Capital will speak at Orchid’s Priv8 Virtual Privacy Summit. Priv8, a first-of-its-kind event focused on digital privacy, is a venue for experts to share their experiences, predictions, hopes, and advice with like-minded people around the world. Ari joins a growing slate of distinguished speakers, including journalist, analyst, and author Glenn Greenwald.

Nov 1, 2021

Author Gian Volpicelli on the Digital Yuan and the Politics of Crypto

Most people think of cryptocurrency as technological innovation. But Gian Volpicelli, Senior Editor at Wired UK and author of Cryptocurrency: How Digital Money Could Transform Finance, sees it as a political matter.

Oct 29, 2021

Purse.io’s Christopher Jeffrey Will Speak at Priv8

We are thrilled to announce that Christopher Jeffrey of Purse.io will speak at Priv8 Virtual Privacy Summit, presented by Orchid and Handshake. Priv8, a unique event focused on digital privacy, is a venue for experts to share their experiences, predictions, hopes, and advice with like-minded people around the world. Christopher joins a growing slate of distinguished speakers, including journalist, analyst, and author Glenn Greenwald.

Oct 28, 2021

Orchid CEO Dr. Steven Waterhouse Speaks at LisCon 2021

On Wednesday, October 20th, Orchid CEO Dr. Steven Waterhouse (Seven) spoke at LisCon, an Ethereum community event that gathered Web3 thought leaders from around the globe. Seven’s talk focused on the evolution of the Internet from the decentralized, anti-establishment culture of its early years to today’s centralized, “walled garden” online landscape. Seven spoke on the importance of bringing decentralization back to the web—and to the world.

Oct 28, 2021

Impervious’s Matthew Zipkin Joins Priv8’s Expanding Roster of Speakers

We are thrilled to announce that Matthew Zipkin of Impervious will speak at Priv8 Virtual Privacy Summit, presented by Orchid and Handshake, on November 15. Priv8, a unique event focused on digital privacy, is a venue for experts to share their experiences, predictions, hopes, and advice with like-minded people around the world. Matthew joins a growing slate of distinguished speakers, including journalist, analyst, and author Glenn Greenwald.

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