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  1. 44 minutes ago

    Thanks for having us! Until next time...

    And thx to …
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  2. 52 minutes ago

    Subscribe to our consumer updates for blogs & articles on keeping your devices & info secure.

    Q8: What resources can help people protect themselves & their information in this rapidly advancing digital ecosystem?
    3 retweets 2 likes
  3. 52 minutes ago

    Use advice from our blog post about how to best secure your device:

    Q8: What resources can help people protect themselves & their information in this rapidly advancing digital ecosystem?
    2 retweets 2 likes
  4. 56 minutes ago

    Register your device with manufacturer & sign up for FTC consumer updates. .

    Q7: What are your top tips for protecting identities & data in this expanding, interconnected world?
    2 retweets 1 like
  5. 57 minutes ago

    Don’t just click “next” when setting up your device. Change passwords, keep software updated:

    Q7: What are your top tips for protecting identities & data in this expanding, interconnected world?
    4 retweets 5 likes
  6. 1 hour ago

    Hacking is always a risk. Learn more about how to increase security on your device here:

    Q6: What does this external network of mean for us, & how can we be educated consumers & protect connected info?
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  7. 1 hour ago

    Consumers: if you connect a mobile device to a rental car, delete the data before you return the car.

    Q5: What are some things to consider before buying a connected car, & what should drivers do to keep vehicles safe?
    6 retweets 6 likes
  8. 1 hour ago

    Rental car companies: delete consumer data from infotainment systems when a rental car is returned.

    Q5: What are some things to consider before buying a connected car, & what should drivers do to keep vehicles safe?
    2 retweets 2 likes
  9. 1 hour ago
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    Guidance to consumers:

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  10. 1 hour ago
    Replying to

    Guidance to rental car companies:

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  11. 1 hour ago

    FTC hasn't offered guidance on buying connected cars, but guidance about rental cars may be helpful.

    Q5: What are some things to consider before buying a connected car, & what should drivers do to keep vehicles safe?
    2 replies 3 retweets 3 likes
  12. 1 hour ago
    Replying to

    For the guidance issues earlier this year visit:

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  13. 1 hour ago

    Once you give permission, you’re still in control. You can retract consent or have the child’s info deleted

    Q4: What should parents consider & do to protect kids’ personal info in this always-on world?
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  14. 1 hour ago

    Parents can read privacy policies on how companies plan to use children’s info & decide how much consent to give

    Q4: What should parents consider & do to protect kids’ personal info in this always-on world?
    2 retweets 1 like
  15. 1 hour ago

    In June, FTC issued guidance on how the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act applies to like connected toys

    Q4: What should parents consider & do to protect kids’ personal info in this always-on world?
    1 reply 6 retweets 7 likes
  16. 1 hour ago

    To help secure personal info, install security updates.

    Q3: How do the many systems, devices & apps we use at home interact with our personal information?
    1 retweet
  17. 1 hour ago

    May interact in a variety of ways. Eg, camera could collect photos, health device could collect blood pressure

    Q3: How do the many systems, devices & apps we use at home interact with our personal information?
    5 retweets 5 likes
  18. 1 hour ago

    There are many potential benefits. Eg, smart appliances can simplify mundane tasks and make us more efficient.

    Q2: What are some of the benefits of this ever-growing ?
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  19. 2 hours ago

    You can create your own “smart home”, drive a “connected” car, or use “connected” medical devices

    Q1: How wide-reaching is the of Things, & what are some examples of the many connected devices we use?
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  20. 2 hours ago

    Hello from the FTC! Happy to be here!

    Today’s guests are …
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