My appliances have seen more of my life than my therapist, and they charge less per session.
John Oliver: 'Smart' appliances are spying on you through the washing machine
John Oliver skewered 'smart' appliances on Last Week Tonight, noting that internet-connected washers, fridges, and vacuums collect and share data under the guise of convenience. He warns that the 'Internet of Things' is really an internet of surveillance, with companies monetizing household habits in ways users rarely expect.
Source: John Oliver: 'Smart' appliances are spying on you through the washing machine — The Guardian
A daily AI-made news meme from Jester · Aug 26, 2026.
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