Kohler’s smart toilet camera has a privacy problem
Kohler is marketing its $599 Dekoda smart toilet attachment with “end-to-end encryption.” But that encryption ends at Kohler’s servers, where the company can decrypt and process your bathroom data.
Category: Privacy
Russia Bans Roblox, Calling It a Danger to Kids
Russia has fully blocked access to Roblox, with regulators claiming the platform is “rife” with content that harms children’s development. The ban cites both terrorism-related simulations and the distribution of “LGBT propaganda,” which is illegal in Russia. This follows a year of intense scrutiny o
Microsoft Teams is about to start tracking your office location
Microsoft is rolling out a new feature for Teams that can automatically update a user’s location when they connect to corporate Wi-Fi. The update, planned for January 2026, is optional for admins but raises major surveillance questions. It’s the latest flashpoint in the ongoing battle over return-to
Apple Stands Up to India, But Why Not China?
Apple just pushed back against an Indian government order to pre-install an undeletable state security app on iPhones, forcing a partial climbdown. This contrasts sharply with its consistent compliance with similar, often more repressive, demands from the Chinese government.
Your Location Data Might Be Making Your Eggs More Expensive
Target is now disclosing that an algorithm using your personal data sets prices on items like eggs and toilet paper. The notice is required by a new New York State law, but the details are murky. It’s a rare glimpse into the hidden world of dynamic, personalized pricing.
Apple Reportedly Says No to India’s Mandatory Phone App
India has mandated that all smartphone makers pre-install a government security app called Sanchar Saathi. Apple is reportedly refusing to comply, setting up a potential clash over privacy and state control.
The AI Safety Movement Is Trying to ‘AGI-Pill’ the Pope
A researcher is leading a quiet campaign to get the Vatican, and specifically the new Pope Leo XIV, to formally consider the extreme risks of artificial general intelligence. He argues the Church’s unique moral authority and convening power could be decisive in a world racing toward AGI. But infiltr
Amazon’s New Fire TV Stick Finally Gets VPN Support
Amazon has finally enabled VPN support on its new Fire TV Stick 4K Select through a software update. The device launched in October without VPN compatibility due to its new Vega OS. Currently only NordVPN and IPVanish have apps ready for the platform.
Fake Porn Sites Are Now Installing Malware Through Fake Windows Updates
Attackers are using fake porn sites to deliver sophisticated malware through fake Windows update screens. The psychological pressure makes victims more likely to install the malicious software. Security researchers warn this is a dangerous new twist on old techniques.
NIS2 Compliance Means Active Directory Security Overhaul
The EU’s NIS2 directive is pushing organizations to completely rethink their Active Directory security. With strict requirements around MFA, password policies, and audit capabilities, many legacy AD environments are facing major compliance challenges that demand immediate attention.