Smartwatch Spying On You? Florida Sen. Scott Eyes Investigation Into Chinese-Linked Fitness Trackers

THE BREAKDOWN: U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Dave McCormick have requested an FCC investigation into security risks linked to Chinese-manufactured health wearables and fitness trackers. The lawmakers warn that Chinese cybersecurity laws could allow Beijing to access sensitive biometric data collected from American consumers, especially senior citizens. The FCC has been asked to brief the Senate Aging Committee and consider banning these devices from the U.S. market by July 15, 2026. Two U.S. senators are pushing federal regulators to investigate whether popular fitness trackers, smartwatches, and medical devices are leaking sensitive health data to the Chinese government. Senate Aging Committee...