In this episode of Shared Security, we discuss a significant Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling that permits police to access unprotected Google search histories without a traditional warrant. The discussion centers around the implications of the Commonwealth vs. Kurtz case and the concept of reverse keyword searches. Kevin Tackett joins the conversation, providing insights and posing critical questions about the balance between law enforcement needs and privacy rights. The episode explores concerns over digital privacy, third-party data, and potential broader impacts on users.

** Links mentioned on the show **

Pennsylvania court rules Google searches are not private
https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/pennsylvania-supreme-court-google-searches-are-not-private

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Welcome to the first episode of the Shared Security Podcast in 2026! As AI becomes increasingly integrated into technical fields such as software development and cybersecurity, traditional entry-level roles are evolving or disappearing. This episode discusses the implications of AI on entry-level knowledge worker jobs, emphasizing the need for students, recent graduates, and those entering the job market to adapt their strategies. Discover the new skills and approaches needed to stay relevant, explore potential career pivots, and learn why degrees and certifications alone are no longer sufficient. Tune in for practical advice on thriving in an AI-driven job market.

** Links mentioned on the show **

AI and the future of entry-level jobs
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/ai-future-entry-level-jobs-224013821.html

Investors predict AI is coming for labor in 2026
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/31/investors-predict-ai-is-coming-for-labor-in-2026/

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Join us this week as we rewind the tape on our 2025 predictions. In this episode, we revisit last year’s forecasts in cybersecurity, geopolitics, and AI, discussing which ones came true, which ones fizzled out, and which ones were a mixed bag. Additionally, we share insights from past guests, celebrate milestones, and make bold new predictions for 2026. Find out what we got right, what surprised us, and what we think is on the horizon for the coming year!

** Links mentioned on the show **

Scott’s 2025 Predictions
https://youtu.be/Fgc4UlraU-o?si=hgTp0trKZ6vlwqB_&t=710

Kevin’s 2025 Predictions
https://youtu.be/Fgc4UlraU-o?si=2b1X7Ou9i2C0kU3q&t=880

Tom’s 2025 Predictions
https://youtu.be/Fgc4UlraU-o?si=IVnIEnnOhF7rgXpm&t=1201

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