That Google Nest speaker in your kitchen is an awesome assistant—it plays music, answers trivia questions, and sets timers perfectly. But for all its convenience, it is, first and foremost, a microphone constantly waiting for its wake word (“Hey Google” or “OK Google”). While Google assures us that it only retains “relevant information” after a […]

That smart speaker in your kitchen or living room—your Alexa device—is incredibly helpful, but let’s be real: it’s also a highly sensitive microphone sitting in your private space. While Alexa is only supposed to start recording after you say the wake word (“Alexa,” “Echo,” etc.), the truth is that it keeps recordings of some of […]

When you settle down for a weekend binge, you expect to see your profile—not random activity from a device you don’t recognize. While it might just be a friend sharing a password (bad habit, by the way!), an unrecognized device on your streaming account could be a red flag pointing to a much larger cybersecurity […]

Our homes are getting smarter every day. We can turn on the lights with a voice command, check the weather from across the room, and play our favorite songs without lifting a finger. Voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant have made our lives incredibly convenient, but with that convenience comes a new set of […]

Our homes are now filled with smart devices – from TVs and thermostats to security cameras and even refrigerators – all connected to the internet. This “Internet of Things” (IoT) offers incredible convenience, but it also opens up new avenues for cybercriminals if we’re not careful. Just like we lock our physical doors at night, […]

Home security cameras offer a fantastic way to keep an eye on your property, providing peace of mind whether you’re at work home or traveling further afield. But just like any connected device, these cameras can also be a potential entry point for cybercriminals if not properly secured. Think of it this way: you wouldn’t […]