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Bitlock

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Bitlock
Typebicycle lock
Inception2013
ManufacturerBitlock
Available2015[1]
Websitehttps://bitlock.co/

The Bitlock is a brand of bicycle lock for securing a bicycle to a pole or other fixture, similar to a standard U-lock but it also incorporates a smartlock that can be activated via bluetooth with a smartphone.[2]

Bitlock specifically, and bluetooth-based locking systems in general, have been criticized for being too easy to hack. In August 2016, Tom's Guide reported that researches had found a vulnerability in the lock which they had reported to the company, but remained unpatched six months later. [3]

Bitlock was initially funding through Kickstarter in 2013 for delivery in 2014, but manufacturing problems delayed delivery.[4][needs update]

References

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  1. ^ Lomas, Natasha (April 28, 2016). "Bitlock crowdfunded a smart bike lock in 2013. What happened next?". TechCrunch. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
  2. ^ "Bitlock". Retrieved November 18, 2016.
  3. ^ Wagnesil, Paul (August 7, 2016). "75 Percent of Bluetooth Smart Locks Can Be Hacked". Tom's Guide. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
  4. ^ Lomas, Natasha (April 28, 2016). "Bitlock crowdfunded a smart bike lock in 2013. What happened next?". TechCrunch. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
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