Israeli firms develop CARINT technology turning cars into surveillance tools
Israeli cyber companies are creating CARINT (Car Intelligence) technology that transforms vehicles into devices for data collection and monitoring by using various sensors like GPS, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. This system enables tracking vehicle movements and even accessing in-car cameras and microphones to eavesdrop on conversations. Israel’s authorities have officially approved the sale of such technologies.
According to Haaretz, at least three Israeli companies operate in the CARINT market, including Toka, which developed a product capable of hacking car multimedia systems. These innovations raise privacy concerns as they potentially violate drivers’ and passengers’ confidentiality.
In the future, CARINT technology might be widely used for security and surveillance purposes but also sparks ethical and legal debates regarding its use.
