# Is Ubuntu Becoming the New Windows?

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Podcast: [This Week in Privacy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-week-in-privacy-6761897)
Published: 2026-05-02T00:33:19+00:00
Episode link: https://www.thisweekinprivacy.net/episodes/is-ubuntu-becoming-the-new-windows
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## Resource

Canonical has laid out it's plans to integrate "AI" features into Ubuntu Linux, Signal is working on a standalone desktop version, that doesn't require a smartphone, Greece is banning anonymity on social media and more! Join us for This Week In Privacy #51 (00:00) - Intro (00:35) - Start of podcast (01:13) - Ubuntu's AI Plans have Linux users looking for a 'kill switch' (24:22) - Turkey to Ban Anonymous VPNs (28:17) - Greece to ban anonymity on social media (38:13) - CopyFail Most Linux Distros Affected by Local Privilege Escalation (01:08:41) - Site updates (01:17:14) - Women's Talkspace therapy app sessions exposed in court (01:32:39) - RightsCon Canceled After Zambia Requires 'Full Alignment' with 'National Values' (01:45:23) - Forum updates (01:52:38) - Q&A (02:16:40) - Outro ★ Support this podcast ★

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