Buying a smart home device? Look for this new cybersecurity seal – here’s why [Video]

If a proposal by the Federal Communications Commission goes through, it will soon be much easier for you to know which smart home products are secure.

It’s called the ‘US Cyber Trust Mark’

In an announcement today, the FCC revealed plans to create a voluntary program for smart device manufacturers. If companies meet certain cybersecurity standards, the product packaging will feature a special “US Cyber Trust Mark” logo.

Not only will this help consumers make informed decisions and differentiate trustworthy products, the FCC says, but it should also encourage manufacturers to meet higher security standards.

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A White House briefing from 2023 about the same program said it would apply to smart refrigerators, smart microwaves, smart televisions, smart climate control systems, smart fitness trackers, and more. Several companies have voiced support for the program, the briefing says, including Amazon, Best Buy, Google, LG Electronics USA., Logitech, and Samsung Electronics.

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