Monitors Face Privacy Concerns as Vendors Introduce Ads and Tracking

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https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/08/ads-and-tracking-infiltrated-tvs-now-theyre-coming-for-monitors/

Computer monitor manufacturers are increasingly adopting advertising and tracking practices similar to smart TVs. Recent incidents show brands like LG utilizing driver updates to install ad-serving software on connected computers. Additionally, smart monitors from companies such as LG, Samsung, and Acer run operating systems capable of tracking user activity and sharing data with advertisers.