Why businesses need to change their mentality when it comes to IoT

Two years ago the FTC released a report on the Internet of Things that recommended a series of concrete steps that businesses take to enhance and protect consumers’ privacy and security. Yet not much has changed. As people continue to reap the benefits from a growing world of Internet-connected devices, we’re still seeing security problems with devices in the home. It’s essential that manufacturers know where to begin when they develop software, especially consumer-focused companies. I recently joined the millions of consumers entangled in the Internet of Things by adding a smart thermostat and solar panels to my home. The… [Continue Reading]