According to recent surveys, more and more people are worried that using personal data-gathering virtual assistants may have negative effects on their privacy. And between voice assistants offered by tech giants like Google, Amazon and Apple listening and recording their every word – and sending it to employees for “human review” – the vague terms of service and hidden opt-out features –... 

All-powerful tech giant Google has apologized for forgetting to tell users that it’s Nest Secure home security system had a built-in microphone. Nothing to see here, guys! Google’s Nest Secure system allows users to connect dozens of motion detectors, magnetic door alarms and security cameras to a centralized control unit. The unit monitors the user’s home, sending alerts if anything is amiss.... 

On Tuesday, Google CEO Sundar Pichai revealed a new advancement in artificial intelligence technology: a voice assistant that sounds just like you and me. At the annual Google I/O conference for developers taking place this week, Pichai introduced Google Duplex, an artificial intelligence technology that can make phone calls on your behalf with human-like cadence. ​According to Google, Duplex is...