On January 27, 2015, the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") issued a report on the Internet of Things that includes concrete steps and best practices that businesses operating with connected devices should use to protect and enhance consumer privacy and security. The report focuses on the principles of security, data minimization, notice and choice, and ways in which use-based approaches can protect consumer privacy.

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