Smart Devices Could Expose Homes to Thousands of Cyber Attacks a Week: New Report
By City AM A home filled with smart devices could be exposed to thousands of hacking or unknown scanning attacks from around the world in…
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More Satellites Launched for Low Earth Orbit for 5G/Internet of Things, Drones, Smart Cars, Agriculture, Asset Tracking, etc.
By B.N. Frank Cybersecurity and privacy experts have been warning for many years about risks associated with all Internet of Things (IoT), “Smart”, and wireless…
Concerned about Cybersecurity and Privacy? Deleting Data from Alexa, Echo, Smart Home/IoT Devices Isn’t Easy
By B.N. Frank Privacy and security experts have been warning for many years about risks associated with all Internet of Things (IoT), “Smart”, and wireless…
Research Paper Exposes Cybersecurity, Environmental, and Health Risks Associated with 5G, IoT, “Smart” Buildings and Cities
By B.N. Frank A 2018 survey revealed 66% of Americans did NOT want to live in “Smart Cities” due to privacy and security risks. Worldwide…
High Severity Security Vulnerabilities in Cisco Security Products
By B.N. Frank According to Cisco, its affordable smart switches “provide security, performance, and ease of use for small and midsize businesses on a restricted…
It’s Getting Hot in Here! When Utility Companies Remotely Control “Smart” Thermostats Installed in Customers’ Homes
By B.N. Frank Has your utility company generously and persistently offered to install a “Smart Thermostat” inside your home in order to help you conserve…
“Smart City” Federal Grant Funding Period Has Ended in Columbus, Ohio. What Now?
By B.N. Frank A 2018 survey revealed 66% of Americans did NOT want to live in “Smart Cities” due to privacy and security risks. Worldwide…
Emails from 2016 Show Amazon Ring’s Hold on the LAPD Through Camera Giveaways
By Matthew Guariglia and Karen Gullo In March 2016, “smart” doorbell camera maker Ring was a growing company attempting to market its wireless smart security…
Smart IoT Devices Can Be Weaponized By Hackers To Launch Even Larger DDoS Attacks: Report
By Tyler Durden The internet of things (IoT) has increased the prevalence of intelligent objects at home. These devices can be anything from smart light…
Smart Tech Expert: Future “Smart Homes” Will Include Sensors in Clothing, Furniture, etc. Connected to Hazardous “Smart” Meters
By B.N. Frank It’s amusing as well as alarming when industry folks go to great lengths to depict “Smart Homes” as something desirable now and…
Legislation Would Designate Agency to Lead Smart City Implementation; Smart Streetlights, Utility Meters, etc.
By B.N. Frank A 2018 survey revealed that 66% of Americans did NOT want to live in “Smart Cities” due to privacy and security risks….
Facebook to Release Smart Watch with 2 Cameras for Those Who Don’t Mind How Much the Company Is Already Spying on Them
By B.N. Frank Facebook is no stranger to user privacy violations. In fact, just last month the company was exposed for secretly tracking people through…
Apple and TSA Team Up to Create Digital ID for Air Travel
By Jesse Smith Apple is continuing to push forward with the digitization of all things by teaming up with the TSA to allow users to…
Samsung Shutting Down SmartThings Hub and Apps; Company No Longer Interested in Making SmartThings Hardware
By B.N. Frank Over the years, there have been countless warnings by privacy and security experts about “Smart” home appliances. The media has reported many…