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FTC expresses concern about software updates for smart devices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expressed concern over lack of manufacturer commitment to software updates for smart devices, citing...
The Federal Trade Commission ( FTC) has expressed concern over lack of manufacturer commitment to software updates for smart devices, citing the risk that security flaws won’t be fixed, or that products will cease to function altogether. FTC staff from the agency’s East Central Regional Office looked for information about 184 different “smart” products—ranging from hearing aids to security cameras to door locks—about how long companies would provide updates for those products. Failing to provide software update information to consumers could also violate the FTC Act if manufacturers make express or implied representations about how long the product is useable, according to the staff perspective.
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