Experts warn connected car apps often fail to help owners track stolen vehicles, citing a "growing gap" between expectation and reality. Ian Fogg's Kia was stolen in the UK, but Kia Connect couldn't live-track it due to UK law and data protection regulations, despite the company knowing its location in Lithuania.
Experts warn vehicle trackers often fail to help recover stolen cars, citing a "genuine and growing gap" between consumer expectation and technical reality. Ian Fogg's Kia was stolen, and despite live tracking via Kia Connect, UK law and company policy prevented immediate retrieval, highlighting security limitations.
Car owners are being warned that vehicle trackers may not help recover stolen cars due to limitations in technology and UK law. Experts highlight a gap between consumer expectations and the reality of 'connected car' features, with one owner unable to retrieve his stolen Kia despite live location data being available.
A University of Michigan survey reveals over half of parents track their adult children (18-25) using smartphone apps, often with location tracking always on. While cited for safety, it can blur lines between support and surveillance, impacting young adults' autonomy.
A University of Michigan survey reveals over half of parents with 18-25 year olds track their children's location via smartphone apps, often for safety. Experts note this can blur lines between support and surveillance, impacting young adults' autonomy.
A Lords select committee heard that the Domestic Abuse Act does not fully recognize technology-facilitated abuse, such as location tracking and stalkerware, despite its prevalence. Experts called for its inclusion in the statutory definition, noting its devastating impact.
