As the smart home and connected toys become commercially available, it is important to consider privacy and IoT security. Virtual private network (VPN) service HideMyAss is just one company concerned with having so many household things being connected to the Internet.
In the Digital Age, it is more important than ever to teach young ones about online perils, which is why HideMyAss created this educational book. 'I Spy With My Little Eye: Things That Spy On Me' not only informs kids, it also alerts parents to the dangers of connected toys. Many connected devices are easy to hack, making your personal data, and that of your children, insecure. The book on IoT security covers 27 different devices and explains their vulnerabilities, hacker motives and preventative measures.
Online Privacy Children's Books
The Educational Literature for Kids Focuses on IoT Security
Trend Themes
1. Iot Security Awareness - Opportunity to create educational materials that raise awareness about the privacy and security risks associated with connected devices for both children and parents.
2. Connected Toy Safety - Opportunity to develop innovative solutions that enhance the security features of connected toys and protect children's personal information from potential hacking.
3. Privacy-focused Education - Opportunity to create educational products that teach children about digital privacy and the importance of safeguarding their personal data online.
Industry Implications
1. VPN Services - Opportunity for VPN service providers to develop specific child-friendly products or features that prioritize children's online privacy and protect their data.
2. Publishing - Opportunity for publishers to create a new genre of educational literature that focuses on IoT security, addressing the growing need for children's books that teach about online privacy and connected devices.
3. Toy Manufacturing - Opportunity for toy manufacturers to invest in research and development to improve the security features of connected toys and mitigate the privacy risks associated with these products.