LG Denies Allegations Its Televisions Are Always Recording

LG Electronics has officially denied allegations that its smart televisions are recording ambient conversations for the purpose of targeted advertising. The controversy emerged after researchers claimed they successfully exploited the microphone and automatic content recognition (ACR) features of an LG TV to monitor user discussions. According to the researchers, these vulnerabilities could theoretically allow unauthorized parties to listen to private conversations within the home. In response, LG stated that its devices are designed with strict privacy protocols and that the company does not engage in the surreptitious recording of user audio for marketing purposes. The manufacturer emphasized that ACR technology is used solely to identify content being viewed to provide relevant recommendations, rather than to capture personal speech. LG is currently investigating the claims to ensure that its security measures remain robust against potential exploits, while maintaining its commitment to user data protection and privacy standards.