Roku has implemented a policy that disables its TVs and streaming devices until users consent to new terms, including a forced arbitration clause, as reported by TechCrunch and highlighted in the cybersecurity and technology news. This move has sparked reactions from users and media outlets, with reports emphasizing the company's decision to block access to its services until the updated terms are accepted. The policy change, which aims to limit users' ability to sue the company by requiring disputes to be resolved through arbitration, has been covered by several technology and news platforms, including Android Authority, 9to5Google, BGR, and Gizmodo. Additionally, Roku's stock saw a slight increase of +0.3% in pre-market trading following the announcement.
Roku is disabling users' smart TVs and streaming devices, here's why https://t.co/XTYwzscyWg
Roku faces a backlash after it appears to lock devices of users who don't agree to its new Dispute Resolution Terms, asking them to write a letter to opt out (Scharon Harding / Wired) https://t.co/V3k5XJYjP2 📫 Subscribe: https://t.co/OyWeKSRpIM https://t.co/p2g7WLteHE
Roku Will Bork Your TV Unless You Promise Not to Sue https://t.co/XHxBTSQHFo https://t.co/G0r0lj1JgF
Roku will disable your TVs and devices until you agree to its new terms https://t.co/2NYMcR4J5V
Roku effectively disables your TV unless you agree to new 'Dispute Resolution Terms' https://t.co/UFoN07DUAg by @nexusben
Roku angers users by disabling TVs and devices until they consent to new terms https://t.co/WgvydZkmt7
$ROKU (+0.3% pre) Roku disables TVs and streaming devices until users consent to new terms - TC https://t.co/bdVRYXov2g
.@Roku won’t let me use my @TCL_USA TV 😢 Roku disables TVs and streaming devices until users consent to forced arbitration https://t.co/KuGlxYhH7F
Roku disables TVs and streaming devices until users consent to forced arbitration: https://t.co/XNK6r5LKzr by TechCrunch #infosec #cybersecurity #technology #news
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