Ordinary WiFi can now identify you with near-perfect accuracy
jonbaer · hn · 2026-08-17
New research indicates that standard WiFi signals can identify individuals with near-perfect accuracy. By analyzing signal reflections to capture unique movement and posture patterns, the technique works without cameras, sparking fresh privacy and surveillance concerns.
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