How IoT Will Destroy Us All - Dangers of the Internet of Things

Explore the potential dangers of the Internet of Things in this thought-provoking 44-minute talk by Bryan Lunduke, technology journalist for Network World and SUSE developer. Delve into a humorous yet critical examination of how IoT could impact modern life, comparing it to historical disasters like Pompeii and the extinction of dinosaurs. Learn about IoT forecasts, global networks, artificial intelligence, and the risks of sentient devices. Discover the challenges of power constraints, botnet vulnerabilities, and the "TiVoization" of Linux. Gain insights into the potential for simple AI to inadvertently harm humanity and the constant loss of data as companies go out of business. Engage with Lunduke's unique perspective on the future of technology and its implications for society.