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Upwardly Mobile - API & App Security News

Skye MacIntyre
API Security
Mobile App Security
Apple
Cybersecurity
Google
Mobile Security
Data Breaches
Mobile App Development
Digital Markets Act
Approov
Mobile Application Security
Epic Games
App Attestation
Runtime Attestation
Android
Mobile Development
Smart Homes
App Store Freedom Act
Coalition For App Fairness
Neon

Think the App Store’s built-in security is enough? Think again. Welcome to Upwardly Mobile, the podcast that exposes the gaps in iOS, Android, and HarmonyOS security. Hosts Skye and George take you into the high-stakes world of mobile defense, revealing why standard protections from Apple, Google, and Samsung often leave your sensitive data exposed. Sponsored by Approov—the gold standard in mobile... more

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Episode Summary In this episode of Upwardly Mobile, we dive into the high-stakes world of sports betting and prediction markets like Polymarket, where millions of dollars move in mere seconds. Human bettors are increasingly finding themselves outmatc... more

Welcome to another episode of Upwardly Mobile, your ultimate guide to defending mobile apps in today’s volatile digital landscape. In this episode, hosts Skye and George unpack the high-stakes security implications of Android 17. As smartphones evolv... more

Episode Summary: Welcome back to "Upwardly Mobile"! In this episode, we dive deep into the rapidly evolving mobile threat landscape defined by the rise of "Agentic AI." With Android 17 set to transform our smartphones into active, on-device AI orches... more

Epic Victory: Google Play's Walled Garden Opens Up & What It Means for Developers

Episode Summary: In this episode of Upwardly Mobile, we dive deep into the landmark antitrust settlement between Epic Games and Google that is set to fundamentally res... more

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Arthur Blumen
Head of Product and Technology at the Emoped platform
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Episode: Unpacking the Spotify Exploits: Credential Stuffing, Fake Streams, and Mobile App Security
Skye Macintyre
A security expert in mobile app security
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Episode: Secrets Sprawl: The Mobile Security Threat
Ted Morocco
CEO of cybersecurity provider Approov
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Episode: TikTok Ban Upheld | A Legal Showdown

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Skye
Co-host of Upwardly Mobile; hosts API & App Security News segments; frequently discusses API & app security topics.
George
Co-host of Upwardly Mobile; discusses API & App Security, security trends, and industry developments.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Interesting Info!

    This is interesting, and somewhat scary how many threats and attacks are out there in mobile apps,

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crabby President
    United Statesa year ago
  • Essential Listening for Developers!

    As an iOS developer, I’m always on the lookout for podcasts that combine technical depth with real-world relevance, and this one delivers! The episode featuring EPIC Games was a standout—finally, a deep dive into mobile app and API security that’s both practical and engaging.

    The hosts asked mostly the right questions, and Approov’s insights into protecting apps from API abuse and unauthorized access were solid. I’ve started exploring how I can implement som... more

    Podchaser
    4
    Skye Macintyre
    a year ago

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Shows a clear focus on real-world API and app security challenges.
Listeners repeatedly cite practical security insights relevant to developers and security teams.
Guest and topic selection often feels timely and informative for security budgeting and strategy.

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Corporate Extortion and the Fall of BreachForums: Tracking ShinyHunters
Q: What comes next? What kind of communication or coordination method do you think could replace that traditional hacker form model for running these large scale extortion campaigns in the future?
There will likely be a shift to decentralized communication methods to avoid detection from law enforcement, using the dark web or encrypted messaging applications instead of forums.
Independence Day: Cloudflare's Dual Defense for Mobile Apps & Original Content
Q: What is the significance of the HTTP message signatures that Cloudflare is proposing for bot identification?
HTTP message signatures would allow legitimate bots to cryptographically prove their identity, enhancing trust and control for website owners, and potentially enabling conversations about crawling agreements.
Independence Day: Cloudflare's Dual Defense for Mobile Apps & Original Content
Q: What fundamental changes is Cloudflare implementing to combat AI scraping of content?
Cloudflare is introducing a new policy set to take effect on July 1st, 2025, allowing customers to block AI companies from scraping their sites unless they have explicit permission.
The Prometheus Security Breach | 300K Instances Exposed!
Q: How do we strike that balance between security and usability in mobile app development?
It's a challenge to create secure apps without compromising user experience.
The Prometheus Security Breach | 300K Instances Exposed!
Q: What can developers actually do to protect themselves and their users?
Developers should update their systems, review configurations, and implement strong authentication measures.

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Security-focused mobile development podcast that digs into API abuse, app integrity, and deployment risks across iOS, Android, and other ecosystems. Recent episodes spotlight real-world flaws, from massive data exposure via API discovery to supply chain and credential theft, and explore practical defenses like runtime attestation, server-side credential management, and zero-trust approaches. A standout feature is sponsor-backed emphasis on mobile attestation, with conversations often centering on defense-in-depth for developers and security teams navigating regulatory challenges and evolving threat actors.

The show tends to attract security professionals, developers, and product leaders who want actionable guidance on safeguarding mobile a... more

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