Buddy Bear Security
@buddybearsecurity.bsky.social
Buddy bear security: debug your security with a teddy bear, and then snuggle said bear as you panic at said security!
There is no security unless there is security for all.
Canadian/American in Halifax, NS
Cybersecurity by day, astrophysics by night.
There is no security unless there is security for all.
Canadian/American in Halifax, NS
Cybersecurity by day, astrophysics by night.
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👋 hi, since I haven’t done an intro - I LOVE systems and how people interact with them. It’s why I explore documentation, automation, security and astro. It’s why I have strong opinions about the entire process tree and different tools. Severe ADHD made it a must-learn so I’ll help where I can ❤️
I wish I could write my paper on hackers & computer evolution as if it's small blurbs of 'wtf?!'. I'm already over the page count and I'm not even done structuring the technical history of computers/internet technology/PLCs, civilian vs military & how both went 'defence? pfft later probs.' 🫠
November 8, 2025 at 4:01 AM
I wish I could write my paper on hackers & computer evolution as if it's small blurbs of 'wtf?!'. I'm already over the page count and I'm not even done structuring the technical history of computers/internet technology/PLCs, civilian vs military & how both went 'defence? pfft later probs.' 🫠
My emails vs my personality
I feel like a dangerous criminal
a cat is wearing a blue shark costume with teeth .
Alt: Chihuahua in a shark costume
media.tenor.com
November 4, 2025 at 12:04 AM
My emails vs my personality
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Everything you do online is tracked, saved, and shared for what feels like a lifetime. But there are some steps you can take to minimize what data is out there. ssd.eff.org/module/how-...
How to: Manage Your Digital Footprint
Search for your name in any search engine and you’ll likely encounter dozens of results, some of which might include personal information like addresses, email accounts, usernames, or family members. Each piece of information is often public and not typically seen as harmful. But together these parts of your identity...
ssd.eff.org
October 30, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Everything you do online is tracked, saved, and shared for what feels like a lifetime. But there are some steps you can take to minimize what data is out there. ssd.eff.org/module/how-...
If you ever think nukes are “cool for the physics” - I would say should also be required to read “The Making of The Atomic Bomb” as goes into gory, horrific detail the awful deaths and experiences of bomb survivors. (Yes, the physics is neat. But no, we shouldn’t have nukes)
The American people do not want war and we certainly do not want nuclear war.
October 30, 2025 at 11:33 AM
If you ever think nukes are “cool for the physics” - I would say should also be required to read “The Making of The Atomic Bomb” as goes into gory, horrific detail the awful deaths and experiences of bomb survivors. (Yes, the physics is neat. But no, we shouldn’t have nukes)
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Alexa explodes after Canadian replies to query with, “Oh, yeah, no, for sure.”
Alexa explodes after Canadian replies to query with, “Oh, yeah, no, for sure.”
OROMOCTO, NB - A local man almost lost his home yesterday after his Amazon Alexa smart home device burst into flames. Lloyd Wentworth, 38, says the fire started as he was preparing dinner in his bunga...
www.thebeaverton.com
October 29, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Alexa explodes after Canadian replies to query with, “Oh, yeah, no, for sure.”
My kid: //does something
Me: “wow look at that science!” //explains the science of the thing he’s doing
Seriously, we can’t shut up.
Me: “wow look at that science!” //explains the science of the thing he’s doing
Seriously, we can’t shut up.
October 28, 2025 at 12:07 PM
My kid: //does something
Me: “wow look at that science!” //explains the science of the thing he’s doing
Seriously, we can’t shut up.
Me: “wow look at that science!” //explains the science of the thing he’s doing
Seriously, we can’t shut up.
Yeah, this sums up how I felt studying Nero’s Golden Palace last night…
October 27, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Yeah, this sums up how I felt studying Nero’s Golden Palace last night…
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TLDR; The PSF has made the decision to put our community and our shared diversity, equity, and inclusion values ahead of seeking $1.5M in new revenue. Please read and share. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-...
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The official home of the Python Programming Language
www.python.org
October 27, 2025 at 2:47 PM
TLDR; The PSF has made the decision to put our community and our shared diversity, equity, and inclusion values ahead of seeking $1.5M in new revenue. Please read and share. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-...
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Journals are considering doing identity checks to expose fake authors — but there are downsides
go.nature.com/4hqvw6F
go.nature.com/4hqvw6F
How to spot fake scientists and stop them from publishing papers
Nature - Journals are considering doing identity checks to expose fake authors — but there are downsides.
go.nature.com
October 25, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Journals are considering doing identity checks to expose fake authors — but there are downsides
go.nature.com/4hqvw6F
go.nature.com/4hqvw6F
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Informed debate based on reliable information is a cornerstone of any healthy democracy.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
October 25, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Informed debate based on reliable information is a cornerstone of any healthy democracy.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
False or distorted information online can spread faster than ever, shaping opinions and undermining trust.
The things I do for my kid… paint by number kitty on acrylic
October 25, 2025 at 2:04 AM
The things I do for my kid… paint by number kitty on acrylic
While I traditionally have done oil or water colours - paint by numbers allows me to get some painting in without completely ditching homework.
Then this challenge came in. Kiddo wanted the kitty. This is round 2 after all the lessons of round 1 were washed off 🥲
#paintbynumbers
Then this challenge came in. Kiddo wanted the kitty. This is round 2 after all the lessons of round 1 were washed off 🥲
#paintbynumbers
October 24, 2025 at 1:30 AM
While I traditionally have done oil or water colours - paint by numbers allows me to get some painting in without completely ditching homework.
Then this challenge came in. Kiddo wanted the kitty. This is round 2 after all the lessons of round 1 were washed off 🥲
#paintbynumbers
Then this challenge came in. Kiddo wanted the kitty. This is round 2 after all the lessons of round 1 were washed off 🥲
#paintbynumbers
At this point I think reflective gear should be a generally good idea as the days get darker. Things that help for drivers (and easy as a pedestrian):
- LED cross-body lights
- reflective hook loop clips
- reflective backpack covers-also rain resistant!
- reflective arm/leg bands
- bright colours
- LED cross-body lights
- reflective hook loop clips
- reflective backpack covers-also rain resistant!
- reflective arm/leg bands
- bright colours
Traffic Advisory - Road users, keep your eyes open and stay alert as we face rainy conditions in the HRM we haven't seen in a long time!
Pedestrians, it is dark and slippery this morning. Be seen before crossing the road. Motorists, slow down and turn on all your lights!
Pedestrians, it is dark and slippery this morning. Be seen before crossing the road. Motorists, slow down and turn on all your lights!
October 21, 2025 at 11:33 AM
At this point I think reflective gear should be a generally good idea as the days get darker. Things that help for drivers (and easy as a pedestrian):
- LED cross-body lights
- reflective hook loop clips
- reflective backpack covers-also rain resistant!
- reflective arm/leg bands
- bright colours
- LED cross-body lights
- reflective hook loop clips
- reflective backpack covers-also rain resistant!
- reflective arm/leg bands
- bright colours
For all the comments about AWS being down and hitting a bunch of services: it’s not exactly that Amazon is powerful, but that people really love skipping the “HOW could bad things happen?” questions. From security to site reliability, demand more paranoid assessments 🥲
October 21, 2025 at 1:11 AM
For all the comments about AWS being down and hitting a bunch of services: it’s not exactly that Amazon is powerful, but that people really love skipping the “HOW could bad things happen?” questions. From security to site reliability, demand more paranoid assessments 🥲
Baby Kitty approves of biking
October 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Baby Kitty approves of biking
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I spend a year plotting a mystery novel and then this happens.
October 20, 2025 at 1:56 AM
I spend a year plotting a mystery novel and then this happens.
The Internet isn't private, including social media, no matter how many privacy buttons you press.
But it doesn't have to be a bad experience. The "don't feed the trolls" (accts/toxic-for-you topics) from 20 years ago still applies today, with this platform making it easy to just... not see them 😄
But it doesn't have to be a bad experience. The "don't feed the trolls" (accts/toxic-for-you topics) from 20 years ago still applies today, with this platform making it easy to just... not see them 😄
October 18, 2025 at 12:41 PM
The Internet isn't private, including social media, no matter how many privacy buttons you press.
But it doesn't have to be a bad experience. The "don't feed the trolls" (accts/toxic-for-you topics) from 20 years ago still applies today, with this platform making it easy to just... not see them 😄
But it doesn't have to be a bad experience. The "don't feed the trolls" (accts/toxic-for-you topics) from 20 years ago still applies today, with this platform making it easy to just... not see them 😄
Yesterday was the second time I biked through Halifax, first time in rush hour, first time over the bridge. I was happy to see many other bikers were just smiling and nodding to others. I'd like to think that these numbers represent # of smiling, supportive humans in the city ❤️ #BikeHFX
2,145 #BikeHfx bikes counted Fri Oct 17
14/8 C
218 Almon
197 Barrington
96 COLT
121 Dart Cove
172 Gottingen
153 Hollis
497 South Park
535 Vernon
156 Windsor
Missing (last):
Lwr Water (Sep 25)
Uni Arts (May 1)
14/8 C
218 Almon
197 Barrington
96 COLT
121 Dart Cove
172 Gottingen
153 Hollis
497 South Park
535 Vernon
156 Windsor
Missing (last):
Lwr Water (Sep 25)
Uni Arts (May 1)
October 18, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Yesterday was the second time I biked through Halifax, first time in rush hour, first time over the bridge. I was happy to see many other bikers were just smiling and nodding to others. I'd like to think that these numbers represent # of smiling, supportive humans in the city ❤️ #BikeHFX
If you're interested in the Northsky area and want to take lower precedence over individuals who would benefit more from the platform (2SLGBTQIA+), there's an allies queue.
We've been getting questions about, "is Northsky for people who aren't 2SLGBTQIA+ as well?"
The answer is YES! You just have to be chill and respectful of 2SLGBTQIA+ people and other minority groups.
If this describes you, there's a lower-priority queue you can join here: northskysocial.com/allies
The answer is YES! You just have to be chill and respectful of 2SLGBTQIA+ people and other minority groups.
If this describes you, there's a lower-priority queue you can join here: northskysocial.com/allies
Low-Priority Queue
northskysocial.com
October 18, 2025 at 11:25 AM
If you're interested in the Northsky area and want to take lower precedence over individuals who would benefit more from the platform (2SLGBTQIA+), there's an allies queue.
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Northsky is a Non-Profit Worker-Owned Cooperative and operates from the generosity of our donors.
Donations help keep our lights on and are greatly appreciated: northskysocial.com/products/rec...
Donations help keep our lights on and are greatly appreciated: northskysocial.com/products/rec...
Recurring Support
northskysocial.com
August 8, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Northsky is a Non-Profit Worker-Owned Cooperative and operates from the generosity of our donors.
Donations help keep our lights on and are greatly appreciated: northskysocial.com/products/rec...
Donations help keep our lights on and are greatly appreciated: northskysocial.com/products/rec...
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Don't engage. Just block. They want to push their rage bait on here. Don't give them the satisfaction.
bsky.app/profile/did:...
bsky.app/profile/did:...
October 17, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Don't engage. Just block. They want to push their rage bait on here. Don't give them the satisfaction.
bsky.app/profile/did:...
bsky.app/profile/did:...
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hmm. seeing people acting really angry on this website right now.
everyone should take turns saying something beautiful and true.
i'll go first: i drank a soda today and it tasted pretty yummy 😌
everyone should take turns saying something beautiful and true.
i'll go first: i drank a soda today and it tasted pretty yummy 😌
October 17, 2025 at 11:42 PM
hmm. seeing people acting really angry on this website right now.
everyone should take turns saying something beautiful and true.
i'll go first: i drank a soda today and it tasted pretty yummy 😌
everyone should take turns saying something beautiful and true.
i'll go first: i drank a soda today and it tasted pretty yummy 😌
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Remember folks. The original bluesky ethos by us bluesky elders (apparently I count?) is block and move on.
Don't quote dunk, don't pick fights.
Block, and move on.
This is what made this site unpalatable to the right early on, and we can continue to make it unpalatable to them.
Don't quote dunk, don't pick fights.
Block, and move on.
This is what made this site unpalatable to the right early on, and we can continue to make it unpalatable to them.
October 17, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Remember folks. The original bluesky ethos by us bluesky elders (apparently I count?) is block and move on.
Don't quote dunk, don't pick fights.
Block, and move on.
This is what made this site unpalatable to the right early on, and we can continue to make it unpalatable to them.
Don't quote dunk, don't pick fights.
Block, and move on.
This is what made this site unpalatable to the right early on, and we can continue to make it unpalatable to them.