#TBOT 17: The Bright Side of a Govt. Shutdown, Digital ID in the UK/Europe, New U.S Biometric Rule, Windows 11 Woes, GrapheneOS New Phones

#TBOT 17: now with more crowdsourced stories! 🤩 Thanks to the #TBOT crew on Telegram!The Brightside of The Government Shutdown: SNAP benefits end soon for 40M Americans, many suggest food riots. Or is it 40M Americans that can start growing their own food? Let’s transmute fear into action. ✨ BONUS ✨ We look at clear skies over America, suggesting that geo-engineering is part of the government budget. Hakeem also discusses what he learned talking with some unpaid and upset TSA agents. New U.S. Biometric Rule: The U.S. has some new rules for noncitizens leaving the country. Find out what they are, the tech behind it, and how much it costs to roll out. The 5 Worst Things About Windows 11: Windows 11 is in full swing with more AI and less user freedom. GrapheneOS’s New Phone: Rumors have been confirmed as GOS works with a new OEM provider. Hear the details! Digital ID in UK/Europe: Hakeem reviews the latest on Digital ID, including biometric entry requirements and mandatory requirement of DID to work. Don’t miss our Digital ID Report. Download now!Share this post with your crew. 🚢🪄 We aim for our show to be well-researched, well-informed, and focused on the most impactful stories while being concise.We’ll be publishing full posts and clips of each of these stories soon.Would you like to contribute to #TBOT? Learn more!🔥 Above’s Early Black Friday Sale is ON NOW! 🔥Keep your data safe while doing what you love. Secure, private, open-source devices at the best prices of the year! * Up to $500 off* Extra savings on 2-packs of phones and laptops* Unlock a free month of Above Suite* Receive an exclusive invitation for our group set-up callHurry—these deals won’t last long and are only available while supplies last! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tbot.substack.com/subscribe