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Google’s Monopoly: The Debate Heats Up, Amazon Alexa Privacy Tips

by Tom Eston on August 26, 2024

This week, we discuss Google’s recent accusation by the U.S. Justice Department for being a monopoly and its implications for privacy and cybersecurity. We also cover essential privacy settings for Alexa smart speakers and their importance. Join the hosts, Tom, Kevin, and Scott, for an engaging conversation on these topics, along with a segment from ClickArmor on cybersecurity training. Plus, a recap of the Black Hat and BSides Las Vegas conferences.

** Links mentioned on the show **

Google illegally maintains monopoly over internet search, judge rules
https://apnews.com/article/google-antitrust-search-engine-verdict-apple-319a61f20fb11510097845a30abaefd8

5 Amazon Alexa privacy settings you should change right away
https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/smart-home/5-amazon-alexa-privacy-settings-you-should-change-right-away/

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*** This is a Security Bloggers Network syndicated blog from Shared Security Podcast authored by Tom Eston. Read the original post at: https://sharedsecurity.net/2024/08/26/googles-monopoly-the-debate-heats-up-amazon-alexa-privacy-tips/