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Consumer Advocacy Groups Urge FTC to Address Software Tethering Issues

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The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a transformative shift in how consumers interact with technology, integrating physical devices with sophisticated services to create interconnected ecosystems. As the adoption of IoT...more

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Data Privacy + Cybersecurity Insider - January 2018

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Now is the Busy Season for Cyber Criminals Posing as Executives to Obtain W-2s - It’s the start of tax season, and many employers are sending W-2 forms to employees so they can get ready to file their tax returns. As was...more

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Privacy Tip #99 – If you are an IoT Fanatic, this App is for You

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Last January, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launched the IoT Home Inspector Challenge, a contest that requested participants to come up with a tool that would identify security issues that are caused by out-of-date...more

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Toys Not Immune from Scrutiny Over Privacy and Security Weaknesses

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In the wake of the holiday season, it seems that even toys are not immune from privacy and security pitfalls. Two “connected” toys, Genesis Toys’ My Friend Cayla and i-Que robot, have been accused of violating U.S. and...more

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