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TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

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Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

#41

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> Zuckerberg has spent a pretty penny on this Tiktok disinformation campaign There's more than enough reports from outside the US that credibly allege TikTok is a critical factor in the radicalization and recruitment of the far-right and militant Islamism [1][2][3]. Conspiracies about Zuckerberg wanting to dunk on a competitor aside (that may or may not be real, and I'm heavily inclined to believe they are true), the…

> There's more than enough reports from outside the US that credibly allege TikTok is a critical factor in the radicalization and recruitment of the far-right and militant Islamism [1][2][3]. You can find literature to support that claim for Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter, not just Tiktok. The Making of a Youtube Radical was a big story back in 2019. Facebook won the election for Trump in 2016. Twitter is owned by a…

At least we can tackle Meta, Google and Twitter with domestic courts (and the EU is already turning the screws). With Tiktok, we have about zero ways to influence them. Straight Chinese propaganda right in the brains of our children.

Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

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It's a data leak that was posted publicly online. Yes DDoSSecrets restricts access to verified journalists and security researchers but if you don't fall under that criteria you can always just get it the old fashioned way by digging around for torrents of data leaks like everyone else has done since forever.

Isn't DDoSSecrets the only one that has access to the hacked/downloaded dataset, so there wouldn't be other copies floating around unless someone else simultaneously downloaded the dataset at the same time? Someone can prove me wrong by dropping a magnet link. :)

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Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

#44

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> There's more than enough reports from outside the US that credibly allege TikTok is a critical factor in the radicalization and recruitment of the far-right and militant Islamism [1][2][3]. You can find literature to support that claim for Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter, not just Tiktok. The Making of a Youtube Radical was a big story back in 2019. Facebook won the election for Trump in 2016. Twitter is owned by a…

At least we can tackle Meta, Google and Twitter with domestic courts (and the EU is already turning the screws). With Tiktok, we have about zero ways to influence them. Straight Chinese propaganda right in the brains of our children.

> With Tiktok, we have about zero ways to influence them.

I could swear the US passed a law targeted at TikTok last year. The law was precisely targeted to prevent any collateral damage on any of the American social media companies that are guilty of most or all the bad behavior leveled against TikTok.

Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

#45

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> There's more than enough reports from outside the US that credibly allege TikTok is a critical factor in the radicalization and recruitment of the far-right and militant Islamism [1][2][3]. You can find literature to support that claim for Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter, not just Tiktok. The Making of a Youtube Radical was a big story back in 2019. Facebook won the election for Trump in 2016. Twitter is owned by a…

At least we can tackle Meta, Google and Twitter with domestic courts (and the EU is already turning the screws). With Tiktok, we have about zero ways to influence them. Straight Chinese propaganda right in the brains of our children.

> At least we can tackle Meta, Google and Twitter with domestic courts

We don't, and we won't (and these platforms are just as easily manipulated as TikTok), but we can, and that's what matters.

Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

#46

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For example DC Police may have confidential informants who would be best to use Signal because that isn't unusual. But the people there are communicating need to retain the communication.

So basically, you tell at-risk people they're E2E, but keep a copy on whatever storage system you want to use and send another to your friends.

E2E means that the messaging provider can't read the messages. The receiver can still see the messages and do whatever they want with them.

Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

#47
From the other article which shared the email domains found in the heap. Sorry in advance for the poor formatting.

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Source: `https://micahflee.com/telemessage-customers-include-dc-polic...`

### I. Industry Breakdown

*Financial Services (Dominant):* This is by far the most represented sector. It encompasses a wide array of sub-sectors:

* *Investment Banking & Brokerage:* A large number of domains belong to global and regional investment banks, interdealer brokers, and brokerage firms. * Examples: `jefferies.com`, `morganstanley.com`, `cantor.com`, `tpicap.com`, `bgcg.com`, `rjobrien.com`, `clarksons.com` (shipping finance/brokerage)

* *Asset & Investment Management:* Numerous firms managing diverse asset classes for institutional and private clients are present. * Examples: `kkr.com`, `aresmgmt.com`, `pimco.com`, `nuveen.com`, `franklintempleton.com`, `apg-am.com`

* *Banking (Commercial & Private):* Major multinational and regional banks are included, covering commercial, private, and retail banking. * Examples: `jpmorgan.com`, `bbva.com`, `cibc.com`, `scotiabank.com` (and its numerous regional variations), `bradescobank.com`, `safra.com`, `standardbank.co.za`, `dbank.co.il`

* *Wealth Management:* Firms specializing in wealth advisory for high-net-worth individuals are visible. * Examples: `gentrustwm.com`, `boltonglobal.com`, `rohrpwm.com`

* *Cryptocurrency & Digital Assets:* A significant and growing sub-sector, with exchanges, trading firms, and investment managers focusing on digital assets. * Examples: `coinbase.com`, `galaxydigital.io`, `b2c2.com`, `hiddenroad.com`, `aminagroup.com` (formerly SEBA), `panteracapital.com`

* *Fintech & Financial Technology:* Companies providing technology solutions for the financial industry, including trading platforms and compliance tools. * Examples: `smarsh.com`, `telemessage.com`, `interactivebrokers.com`

* *Venture Capital & Private Equity:* A strong showing of firms investing across various stages and sectors, from early-stage tech to large buyouts. * Examples: `a16z.com`, `sequoiacap.com` (implied), `vistaequitypartners.com`, `lcatterton.com`, `ardian.com`, `tigerglobal.com`, `tcv.com`, `bitkraft.vc`, `blockchaincapital.com`

*Energy & Commodities:* This sector is well-represented by:

* *Trading Houses:* Global and regional commodity traders dealing in oil, gas, metals, and agricultural products. * Examples: `vitol.com`, `gunvorgroup.com`, `eni.com` (also integrated), `amerexenergy.com`, `amius.com`, `pvm.co.uk`

* *Energy Companies (Integrated & Exploration/Production):* Major oil and gas companies and related services. * Examples: `totalenergies.com`, `petrobras.com`, `marathonpetroleum.com`, `p66.com`, `aramcotrading.us`

*Government & Public Sector:* Primarily U.S. government entities, including:

* *Federal Agencies:* * Examples: `cbp.dhs.gov` (Customs and Border Protection), `usss.dhs.gov` (Secret Service), `dfc.gov` (Development Finance Corporation), `who.eop.gov` (White House Office)

* *Local Government:* * Example: `dc.gov` (District of Columbia Government)

*Technology (Non-Fintech Focus):* While many tech firms are Fintech-related, some general software and IT service providers are present. * Examples: `nice.com`, `nebari.com`, `vlmsofts.com`

*Consulting:* A smaller representation, often specialized. * Example: `soteriasolutions.us` (safety/threat management)

*Real Estate:* Investment and advisory firms in the real estate sector. * Examples: `eastdilsecured.com`, `digitalbridge.com` (digital infrastructure)

*Shipping & Logistics:* Companies involved in shipping brokerage and services. * Examples: `clarksons.com`, `mcquilling-energy.com`, `freightinvestor.com`

### II. Geographical Breakdown (Based on domain extensions and company descriptions)

* *United States (Dominant):* A very large portion of the entities are U.S.-based or have significant U.S. operations. This is evident from the high number of `.com` domains associated with American companies and the presence of `.gov` domains. * Major financial centers like New York and tech hubs in California are implicitly represented (e.g., `aresmgmt.com`, `kkr.com`, `a16z.com`, `morganstanley.com`).

* *Canada:* A strong presence, particularly Scotiabank and its various divisions, along with other financial and tech firms. * Examples: `scotiabank.com`, `scotiabank.ca` (implied), `cibc.com`, `bitbuy.ca`, `wonder.fi`

* *United Kingdom:* Well-represented in finance (banking, brokerage, asset management) and commodities. London's role as a global financial hub is evident. * Examples: `cantor.co.uk`, `pvm.co.uk`, `ubauk.com`, `hbluk.com`, `rmb.co.uk`, `amcgroup.com`

* *Latin America:* Several domains indicate operations or focus in this region, with Scotiabank having a particularly strong showing. * *Mexico:* `scotiabank.com.mx`, `scotiacb.com.mx`, `scotiawealth.com.mx` * *Chile:* `scotiabank.cl`, `larrainvial.com` * *Peru:* `scotiabank.com.pe` * *Colombia:* `scotiabankcolpatria.com` * *Brazil:* `br.scotiabank.com`, `petrobras.com.br`, `bradescobank.com`, `itaubba.eu` (European arm of Brazilian bank) * *Panama:* `pa.scotiabank.com`

* *Europe (excluding UK):* * *France:* `totalenergies.com`, `ardian.com`, `mbcfrance.com` * *Switzerland:* `seba.swiss` / `aminagroup.com`, `hnwag.com`, `itau.ch` * *Monaco:* `tyruscap.mc` * *Netherlands:* `apg-am.com` * Other European presences through global firms (e.g., `itaubba.eu`).

* *Asia:* Highlighting its role as a financial hub. * *Hong Kong:* `apg-am.hk` * *Singapore:* `apg-am.sg`, `gfigroup.com.sg`, `icap.com.sg`, `sg.pimco.com`, `traditionasia.com` * *Japan:* `mitsui.com`, `tullettprebon.co.jp`, `smbcgroup.com` * *Israel:* `dbank.co.il`, `fibi.co.il`, `opco.co.il`, `nice.com` * *Indonesia:* `miraeasset.co.id`

* *Middle East:* * *UAE:* `freightinvestor.ae`, `aramcotrading.us` (US trading arm of Saudi Aramco) * General presence of firms like Alpha Wave Global with strong ties to the region.

* *Africa:* * *South Africa:* `standardbank.co.za`

* *Global:* Many firms operate globally, even if headquartered in a specific country (e.g., `a16z.com`, `kkr.com`, `morganstanley.com`).

### III. Notable Trends & Observations

* *Dominance of Financial Services:* The sheer volume of financial sector domains underscores its significant role in this context. * *Globalization of Finance:* Many financial institutions have multiple country-specific domains (e.g., Scotiabank, PIMCO, ICAP/TP ICAP), reflecting international operations. * *Rise of Digital Assets:* Numerous cryptocurrency exchanges, traders, and VCs focused on Web3 indicate the growing institutionalization of this asset class. * *Concentration of Energy Trading:* A significant number of specialized energy and commodity trading firms are present. * *Venture Capital Focus on Technology:* Many VC firms listed are known for investments in technology and, increasingly, blockchain/crypto. * *Government Presence:* Inclusion of U.S. federal and local government domains suggests interactions with these regulatory or administrative bodies. * *Prevalence of `.com`:* Despite geographical diversity, `.com` remains the most common top-level domain. * *Personal Email Addresses (`gmail.com`):* The presence of a few Gmail addresses (6 emails) is minor but indicates not all communications are necessarily from official corporate domains.

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Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

#49

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For example DC Police may have confidential informants who would be best to use Signal because that isn't unusual. But the people there are communicating need to retain the communication.

So basically, you tell at-risk people they're E2E, but keep a copy on whatever storage system you want to use and send another to your friends.

This is the fundamental problem that end-to-end encryption doesn’t solve, right? If the person on the other end is malicious or really dumb they can still leak your messages.

Re: TeleMessage Explorer: a new open source research tool

#50

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If a company knows something about you, so does the government(s). This is exactly the state of affairs the government prefers. Privacy and consumer protection long died on the altar of turnkey totalitarian universal monitoring. By having corps do the creepiest data collection, whatever all political opposition to the complete surveillance state is bypassed

This is pretty significantly off-topic, but I'll respond anyway: (a) That's one of the reasons why it's important to restrict corporate data collection in addition to state data collection; and (b) In the vast majority of cases, the US government at least, has to obtain a warrant to collect data on US citizens, so those two sets are not the same I agree with the idea that most governments around the world have far mo…

>In the vast majority of cases, the US government at least, has to obtain a warrant to collect data on US citizens, so those two sets are not the same

If only that were true[0][1][2][3].

[0] (2022): https://fedscoop.com/dhs-buying-personal-data-from-govt-cont...

[1] (2023): https://www.congress.gov/118/meeting/house/116192/documents/...

[2] (2024): https://www.cnn.com/2024/01/26/tech/the-nsa-buys-americans-i...

[3] (2025): https://theintercept.com/2025/05/22/intel-agencies-buying-da...

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