Ring introduces better default encryption standards to address privacy concerns
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Ring has unveiled a new proprietary encryption architecture, named TAKE, which will become the default encryption for all of its cameras and cloud-based features. The company says the updated system limits the data it can provide to law-enforcement agencies, addressing prior privacy concerns. Deployment of the new encryption is slated to begin in September.
Written from all 4 reports below, not from any single one.
How it was reported
- The Verge·Ring says its new encryption limits what it can give police
Ring has introduced TAKE (Throw Away the Key Encryption) for all its cameras, which limits Amazon’s cloud access to recorded videos while still enabling smart alerts, AI-powered video search, and video descriptions. The new encryption will roll out gradually starting in September and will become the default for every Ring customer, regardless of subscription status.
- TechMeme·Amazon's Ring unveils a new proprietary encryption architecture called TAKE, set to begin rolling out in September as the default encryption for all cameras (Jennifer Pattison Tuohy/The Verge)
Ring announced its proprietary TAKE encryption architecture, which will become the default encryption for all Ring cameras starting in September. The new system is designed to secure video streams end-to-end, replacing previous encryption methods across the product line.
- TechCrunch·Ring introduces a new encryption standard, makes it the default for cloud features
Ring will make its TAKE (Throw Away the Key Encryption) protocol the default for video encryption, using rotating cloud-stored keys that expire after 24 hours. TAKE extends IETF MLS, supports key recovery via nearby cameras, passphrase, cloud backup, another device, or passkeys, while still allowing end-to-end encryption. The rollout starts in September and will be global.
- Engadget·Ring introduces better default encryption standards to address privacy concerns
Ring has launched TAKE, a “Throw Away the Key Encryption” system that uses unique, rotating keys sent to a secure cloud enclave, activates smart-home functions, and deletes the keys afterward, limiting Ring’s long-term access to video. The company also offers full end-to-end encryption, which removes Ring from the data path but disables many smart-home features. TAKE will roll out in September, while existing end-to-end encryption remains available.
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