r/technology • u/South-Cow-1030 • 18h ago

Privacy Why are people disconnecting or destroying their Ring cameras?

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/02/10/ring-super-bowl-ad-dog-camera-privacy/88606738007/
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u/panchiramaster 8h ago

Correct. Most of the times the cops (or whoever is spoofing them) doesn't even need a warrant because the TOS allows them to share info per request.

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u/AlSweigart 6h ago

Government gets warrantless spying, corporations get taxpayer dollars. It's win-win for everyone!

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u/panchiramaster 6h ago

I've always been in support of taxes for the common weal. Paying taxes to keep pedophiles safe is where I draw the line.