The internet has given us unprecedented connection, but thanks to relentless data retention and constant tracking of our every digital move, is it now virtually impossible to shed our old identity and start a new life undetected?To help us understand what we’re up against, we’re joined by Lachlan Jarvis, a private investigator, digital forensics expert, and Director of Lyonswood Investigations.https://www.investigators.net.au/https://x.com/Lyonswood_PIhttps://www.instagram.com/lyonswoodinvestigations/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/LyonswoodInvestigationshttps://www.youtube.com/@lyonswoodinvestigationsIn this episode, Lachlan joins us to look at the implications of the internet on personal identity and privacy. We explore how the digital landscape has evolved, the nature of digital footprints, and the challenges of disappearing in a connected world.We also look at the right to be forgotten, the feasibility of reinventing oneself, and the importance of digital hygiene in protecting personal information.00:00 The Cost of Digital Identity03:12 The Evolution of Private Investigation06:07 Understanding Digital Footprints09:03 Active vs Passive Digital Footprints12:13 The Right to be Forgotten14:59 The Challenges of Disappearing17:50 The Role of AI in Investigation20:54 The Feasibility of Reinventing Oneself24:09 Digital Hygiene and Security27:08 Identity Theft and Its Consequences30:00 The Future of Digital PrivacyIf you like what you hear, please follow the show, leave a review, or let us know what else you’d like us to look into at ⁠https://www.ruinedbytheinternet.com/⁠