Opinion: Internet of Things poses privacy risks

Stocking shelves and possibly Christmas stockings this season, products birthed in the “Internet of Things” have become ubiquitous consumer commodities. Holiday shoppers and regulators alike should be aware of, and proactively consider, the new risks inherent in the use of intelligent devices.
The “Internet of Things” refers to smart devices that obtain their functionality from internet connectivity. By using the capabilities of an online network, these devices promise to