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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced plans to launch a new ‘Cyber Trust Mark’ for smart devices. The mark aims to help consumers make more informed decisions about their data security. The mark will apply to products sold in the United States.

The FCC is seeking public comment on its proposal to create a voluntary cybersecurity labeling program. Under this program, qualifying products will bear a new “US Cyber Trust Mark.” The mark will allow consumers to differentiate trustworthy products and encourage manufacturers to meet higher cybersecurity standards.

The program is similar to the Energy Star program, which helps consumers identify energy-efficient appliances. The FCC’s Cyber Trust Mark will focus on smart devices’ cybersecurity. The mark is a response to increasing concerns about the security of interconnected devices in households.

The FCC Chairwoman, Jessica Rosenworcel, says the mark will assist consumers in making informed purchasing decisions about device privacy and security. The labeling is voluntary, but participating manufacturers will have to adhere to certain requirements.

The labels will be based on criteria developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The packaging will display the logo alongside a QR code that consumers can scan for more information.

The proposal was officially adopted by the commission on August 6th and public comment is now open. The first round of comments will be due 30 days after publication in the Federal Register.

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