In this episode, we dive into the latest developments in smart home technology and AI. We start with Apple’s integration of ChatGPT into its operating system and Elon Musk’s outspoken opposition. We discuss a shocking incident where a Roomba captured a private photo of a woman on the toilet, which then ended up online. We’ll explore the alarming story of a hacker who broke into a Ring camera and terrorized a young child. We also cover Houston PD’s controversial installation of AI surveillance cameras throughout the city. Finally, we examine the growing trend of teachers using AI to grade assignments. Join us as we navigate these intriguing, and sometimes unsettling, intersections of technology and privacy.
Zach Varnell
Zach Varnell is a cybersecurity expert and advocate for privacy and individual liberty. He is a founding member of Banish Big Brother, a nonprofit dedicated to combating invasive surveillance. His insights have been featured in publications like Infosecurity Magazine, Threatpost, ZDNET, and the Washington Examiner.