How to Hack Government - Technologists as Policy Makers

Explore the intersection of technology and policy in this Black Hat conference talk. Delve into the Federal Trade Commission's role in protecting online privacy rights and enforcing data security. Discover how technologists can contribute to investigations and policy-making. Learn about recent tech-related actions, research, and reports by the FTC. Understand the impact on consumers and businesses. Gain insights into critical concepts like deception, unfairness, and security practices through case studies involving major tech companies. Examine emerging issues such as IoT, cross-device tracking, and algorithmic transparency. Explore best practices, contests, and initiatives aimed at consumer protection. Consider the challenges of modernizing the FTC and other big debates in technology policy. Uncover opportunities for technologists to directly or indirectly support the agency's mission in protecting consumers and guiding businesses towards better data security practices.