Comcast ($CMCSA) launched Xfinity Shield, a new home-protection platform combining network-level cybersecurity, WiFi-based motion detection and family controls inside the Xfinity app. The service is available nationwide to eligible Xfinity Internet customers, with a paid tier adding cameras, sensors and emergency-response features.
- WiFi Shield is included at no additional cost for customers with Advanced Xfinity Gateways and includes CyberSecure, WiFi Motion and family device controls.
- Shield Select costs $15 per month and adds an indoor camera, door/window sensor, cloud video storage and 24/7 urgent response.
- Comcast says the average Xfinity household connects 36 devices, while its network identifies, filters and blocks about 30 million threats daily.
- The platform uses AI for functions including camera-based detection of people, pets, vehicles and package deliveries.
- Comcast's recent federal lobbying disclosures include cybersecurity, data privacy, network resiliency and AI policy, issues directly related to the new platform's core features.
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- Comcast ($CMCSA) - Xfinity Shield expands its broadband offering into integrated cybersecurity and home protection.
Editor’s Note: This is a developing story. This article may be updated as more details become available.
