Episode 82: IoT botnets and the Nucleus intercom review

Security was the big topic this week after a massive botnet comprised of connected devices disrupted many popular internet services. I hated the thought of all connected devices coming under attack, so I wrote a bit about the realities of IoT security here and also here. As part of my effort to understand what was going on I interviewed Andy Ellis, Akamai’s chief security officer about what happened last week, why it matters and the challenges of making people pay for security. Three Nucleus devices costs $600. Kevin Tofel and I mentioned security but then dove into a discussion of the new HomeKit-enabled Bluetooth light switch from Elgato, the new tricks from the Amazon Echo and a few chip stories. ARM launched an IoT cloud service, while Intel launched a new Atom chip. Then Kevin shared a convenient home automation that makes his family feel safer, and I review the Nucleus video intercom platform. It’s a fun show. Hosts: Stacey Higginbotham and Kevin Tofel Guest: Andy Ellis, CSO at Akamai Sponsors: ARM and Hewlett Packard Enterprise Where do we stand on Bluetooth lights? Things are getting weird in the chip world The Nucleus is a good devices for low-tech homes or people Learn the one devices that may enhance your IoT security The internet of things has an externalities challenge The post Episode 82: IoT botnets and the Nucleus intercom review appeared first on IoT Podcast - Internet of Things.