A system for the insertion of microthreads in transmitted data is
provided. The system includes a digital content system providing carrier
data, such as sampled audio data. A microthread insertion system coupled
to the digital content system generates a composite data sequence that
includes the carrier data and microthread data, such as broadcast
verification data. The microthread data is camouflaged using the carrier
data, such as by including in the audio signal in a manner that allows it
to be detected but which does not noticeably affect the audio signal for
listeners.