Lifewire October 15, 2020 – Google’s New Thermostat: Same Look, New Privacy Concerns
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Information Vacuum
The Nest is likely to be collecting more data than many users realize, experts say. One of NEST’s big selling points is its learning ability.
“For it to properly learn habits and behaviors, we have to share location data with it,” Steve Tcherchian, Chief Information Security Officer at XYPRO Technology Corporation, said in an email interview. “Not only does the NEST thermostat know the physical location it’s installed, but for it to function properly, it needs to know where you physically are.
“It does this by accessing location data from your phone. For example, it can then determine how far away you are from home so it can turn on your A/C or heater before you get [home].”
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Steve Tcherchian, CISSP, PCI-ISA, PCIP is CEO of XYPRO Technology, a leading provider of mission-critical cybersecurity solutions that protect the digital backbone of industries worldwide. With over 20 years of experience, Steve brings a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, and a customer-first approach that has transformed XYPRO into a top-tier cybersecurity provider, driving record growth and accelerated adoption of its threat detection and compliance solutions across diverse sectors.
A passionate advocate for cybersecurity, Steve is dedicated to demystifying the complexities of the industry and sharing actionable insights on global stages as a sought-after speaker. His contributions extend beyond the podium: as a former member of the ISSA CISO Advisory Council, the X9 Security Standards Committee, the Forbes Tech Council, and as a patent holder, Steve has shaped pivotal cybersecurity standards and innovations that safeguard the world’s most critical workloads.
