Smart Speakers: Are They Listening to You?

Smart Speaker Privacy Concerns Rise as Data Collection Practices Scrutinized Madrid, Spain – May 30, 2025 – Growing concerns about the privacy implications of smart speakers are being raised following a recent podcast discussion. The LO QUE TÚ DIGAS Podcast highlighted the fact that these devices are constantly listening and transmitting data to companies, leading many to question the extent of this data collection. "It's more than proven that these devices share data directly with companies," stated one of the podcast hosts. "They collect absolutely everything, and that's a lot of your information." This raises serious concerns about potential misuse of personal data. The podcast also sparked a conversation about the lack of transparency and control users have over their data. Another host added, "If I have to get up to turn on a light, I will. I don't want to share all this information." This sentiment reflects the growing unease among consumers about the trade-off between convenience and privacy. The discussion underscores the need for greater transparency from smart speaker manufacturers and a renewed focus on user privacy in the design and implementation of these technologies.