NYT’s Wirecutter pulls recommendation of Wyze cameras
The consumer publication Wirecutter says it will stop recommending Wyze surveillance cameras over a recent security incident.
Surveillance
Articles involving technology and policy issues concerning surveillance.
In hacking probe, prosecutors question journalist’s credentials
Federal prosecutors have questioned the credentials of a journalist who is at the center of a criminal hacking investigation involving Fox News.
Former Fox News reporter ordered to comply with subpoena over sources
A federal judge has ordered former Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge to comply with a civil subpoena that seeks the identities of confidential sources.
FBI seized dozens of computers, phones from Florida journalist’s home
FBI agents seized two dozen computers, phones and related devices at Timothy Burke’s home in early May, according to investigative documents.
FCC cracks down on pirate radio broadcasts in Miami
The FCC sent a letter to nine pirate radio operators and their landlords urging them to stop transmitting illegal, unlicensed broadcasts.
Former FCC nominee Gigi Sohn says “dark money” cost her the job
Sohn blamed a right-of-center political advocacy group for creating a firestorm of controversy that ultimately convinced her to back out.
FCC threatens fines against man for using cameras on T-Mobile frequencies
The FCC says a Pennsylvania man repeatedly used surveillance cameras that interfered with T-Mobile’s network, even after being asked not to.
Free TV maker Telly won’t bombard people with annoying ads
Executives at the startup behind a big TV giveaway said they’re being mindful of the types of ads that show up on a unique second screen. [Fierce Video]
Roku debuts home security system, offers smart home updates
The monitoring system, like other Roku smart devices, is a white-label version of a product made by Wyze.
FCC warns pirate radio operators in New York, New Jersey
The warnings are part of the FCC’s broad enforcement actions available under the PIRATE Act.
