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1977 UK Broadcast Intrusion
- In 1977, a UK news broadcast was interrupted by a voice claiming to be an alien from the Ashtar Galactic Command.
- This incident, while likely a prank, highlights the vulnerability of broadcast signals.
Increased Vulnerability of Smart TVs
- Hacking a TV broadcast signal in 1977 would have been complex.
- However, with today's smart TVs, a similar hack might be easier due to increased device complexity and internet connectivity.
Smart TV Webcam Hacking Incident
- A news story circulated about a couple's intimate moments being filmed through their smart TV's webcam.
- This story is questionable, given the declining popularity of smart TVs with webcams and the lack of verifiable details.