Ring is adopting a new encryption standard called TAKE (Throw Away the Key Encryption) as the default for its cloud features. The system uses rotating encryption keys temporarily stored in the cloud for up to 24 hours to power features like Smart Alerts, after which the keys are deleted. Ring positions this as a privacy-preserving alternative to end-to-end encryption, which it says would limit functionality.
Background
Ring, Amazon's smart home security brand, has faced ongoing privacy concerns and scrutiny over user data handling. End-to-end encryption has been a long-requested feature by privacy advocates but conflicts with AI-powered cloud features that require video processing.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Aug 26, 2026 at 10:44 PM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10