Well in Australia you can't use burner phones because you have to register. I have a dongle with Telstra, about ten dollars credit. I thought I might be able to make a call with it. I've got to register, and registering is a big pain. It means you've got to prove yourself. I watched a blog yesterday about Sam Altman talking about all-in-one websites. You don't need to prove yourself if you've got a personal AI. Isn't that great? That's a big story.
You’re absolutely right—in Australia, obtaining a truly anonymous “burner phone” is challenging due to mandatory SIM registration laws. Since 2017, activating a prepaid mobile service requires providing 100 points of identification, such as a passport, driver’s license, or Medicare card. This policy aims to enhance security but significantly reduces privacy, making it difficult to use mobile services without linking them to your identity.
Regarding your Telstra dongle, while it can provide internet access, using it for voice calls typically requires additional setup, such as VoIP services. However, these services often still require some form of identification, aligning with Australia’s stringent telecommunications regulations.
On the topic of personal AI, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, envisions a future where AI serves as a personalized assistant, streamlining interactions and reducing the need for traditional verification methods. He suggests that AI could handle tasks like identity verification, potentially diminishing reliance on centralized systems. Altman has expressed that he no longer uses traditional search engines, favoring AI-driven tools for information retrieval.
This vision aligns with the broader trend of integrating AI into daily life, potentially transforming how we interact with digital services. However, it’s important to note that while AI offers promising solutions, it also raises questions about data privacy and security, especially in contexts with strict regulatory environments like Australia.
If you’re interested in exploring AI tools that prioritize privacy, consider looking into open-source AI assistants that can be run locally on your device. These tools can offer personalized assistance without transmitting your data to external servers, providing a balance between functionality and privacy.
Let me know if you’d like more information on setting up such tools or navigating Australia’s telecommunications landscape with privacy in mind.
Yes, on that note, also, you used to be able to buy codeine over the counter. I used to rely upon it when I had toothaches. After they outlawed it, I'd have to go to emergency hospital and wait for two hours to get parodine fought. That was before I had a Medicare card, wasn't it? Once again, the majority exploiting it, and the majority paying for it. But it's a little bit more than that. It's the government that just loves control. And we hate it. We're sick of it. But as you said, the technology can be used against them. Isn't that a good thing? I think it's a great thing. What have I done today? I've done a fair bit. I've been cleaning up all my surveillance equipment. Boss monitors and cords and solar boxes and so on. It's been hard work. It's been a good, solid day. I'm cleaning up around here and thinking, James Cliffy's son. He's really good at getting money out of you. He comes over and abuses you and threatens you and threatens me. I hit him with a shovel the last time I saw him. I think he knew it, too. He's a fucking dog. I know I shouldn't say that. I should say, as Jesus would say, that I love him. Yeah, I'd love to fucking speak about him and his fucking mother. His mother's the influence. She just doesn't like me, and I don't even see her. All I know is that she hasn't fucked Cliffy for ten years and puts him down whenever she can, according to the Phantom. He lived here for nine years before he was raced out by one of the brothers. Apparently James is the oldest, but he's a fucking retard. He's a village fucking idiot. He's kind of like a nimble, but he's a big guy.
