Oxford AI Professor Discusses Privacy and Data-Conscious AI Design
Oxford AI Professor Discusses Privacy and Data-Conscious AI Design
馃敀 Privacy Matters: AI Expert Insights

In a recent podcast episode of #TheBraveTechnologist, Carissa Veliz, Associate Professor at the Institute for AI at the University of Oxford, spoke with host Luke Mulks about the role of analog technologies in safeguarding privacy and different approaches to designing AI systems that require less personal data. The discussion touched on the power dynamics surrounding personal data and how the balance could be shifted in favor of individuals. Previous episodes featured researchers from Brave discussing privacy-focused tools, ad-blocking, and maintaining an open web.
Learn about the arms race between Big Tech and ad blockers in the newest #TheBraveTechnologist episode. Listen to @LukeMulks' full chat with Ryan Brown (@fanboynz, Filterset Engineer at Brave) and Pete Snyder (Senior Privacy Researcher at Brave) here: kite.link/S8E18
How does Brave offer a private yet fully operational Web experience? Pete Snyder (Senior Privacy Researcher at Brave) and Ryan Brown (Filterset Engineer at Brave) explain in the latest #TheBraveTechnologist podcast. Listen to the full episode, hosted by @LukeMulks, here:
This week on #TheBraveTechnologist, Peter Snyder (Senior Privacy Researcher at Brave) and Ryan Brown (Filterset Engineer at Brave) discuss the importance of using privacy-focused tools and keeping the Web open. Listen to their chat with @LukeMulks here: kite.link/S8E18
.@CarissaVeliz, Associate Professor at the Institute for AI at @UniofOxford, talks with @LukeMulks about the analog world's role in safeguarding our privacy, along with different ways to design AI that would require less of our personal data. LIsten to the full podcast episode
"Cherishing the World of Analog, and Advocating For Your Right to Privacy" This week on #TheBraveTechnologist, @CarissaVeliz, Assoc. Prof, Institute for AI @UniofOxford, discusses how personal data is the currency of power for tech giants, and ways the balance can be tipped back
Brave Games Launches February: Reality-Style Vault Heist with Three Major Web3 Factions
**Brave Games**, a reality-style vault heist game, launches in February 2026 as a collaboration between Brave, Midnight Network, and Mythical Games. **Key Details:** - Built by Fanon Club - Three-faction competition: Brave (馃), Midnight Network (馃寵), and Mythical Games (馃幃) - Multi-round missions involving encrypted clues, alliances, betrayals, and strategic gameplay - Described as part heist, part mind game, part game show **Upcoming Event:** January 27 discussion featuring Brendan Eich (Brave), Charles Hoskinson (Midnight Network), and John Linden (Mythical Games) to discuss the partnership. Player registration and additional details coming soon at [thebravegames.com](http://thebravegames.com)
鈿狅笍 BAT Issues Scam Warning About Fraudulent bags.fm Association
**Basic Attention Token (BAT) has issued an urgent security alert** warning users about fraudulent associations with bags.fm and fake profiles. **Key Points:** - BAT is **not affiliated** with bags.fm or any profiles claiming connection to @AttentionToken or @BAT_Community - Users should **only trust official channels** for accurate information - The team emphasizes the importance of **verifying sources** before any engagement or transactions **This follows previous warnings** about scammers impersonating Brave team members on Telegram, promoting fake events and requiring suspicious downloads. **Stay safe:** Always cross-reference information with official BAT and Brave accounts before taking action.
馃幃 Mythical Games Joins Brave Games Heist Showdown

**Three-way competition confirmed for Brave Games** Mythical Games has been revealed as the third faction joining the upcoming Brave Games heist competition, scheduled for early 2026. **The competing factions:** - Brave - Midnight Network - Mythical Games The announcement follows weeks of speculation after two factions were initially confirmed in December 2025, with the third participant's identity kept under wraps. The vault-cracking competition is set to begin soon, though an exact launch date has not been disclosed.
馃 EU Targets Anonymous Crypto
The EU has taken a stance against anonymous cryptocurrency transactions, but the implications may be more complex than they appear. **Key Points:** - EU regulators are pushing back on privacy-focused crypto features - The debate touches on broader questions of digital privacy vs. regulatory oversight - Industry experts are analyzing what this means for crypto users and developers **What This Means:** The regulatory landscape for privacy coins and anonymous transactions continues to evolve. Users should stay informed about how these changes might affect their crypto activities. *Catch the full analysis on Off the Record with BAT, airing Thursdays at 6pm GMT for deeper insights into privacy and digital autonomy.*
Brave Games Reveals Two Factions for 2026 Heist, Third Remains Mystery

**Brave Games** is launching early 2026 with a multi-faction heist experience. Two teams are confirmed: - **Brave** 馃 - **Midnight Network** 馃寵 A **third faction** is joining but their identity remains classified. The game combines: - Multi-round missions - Encrypted clue decoding - Strategic alliances and betrayals - Faction-based competition Powered by **Fanonclub**, players will register, track missions, and access intel through an encrypted hub. The experience includes Team Lead recruitment for strategists and storytellers. A signal already appeared in Brave browser's New Tab Takeover, where users can earn $BAT rewards. **Get early access:** Visit [thebravegames.com](http://thebravegames.com) and follow the factions for upcoming drops.