[iot-discussion] What role does the SP play in protecting consumers re IoT?

Hi everyone, Marco and I have been talking. There is a discussion forming about the role of the consumer and the role of the manufacturer around protecting against invasions of privacy, and other security faux pas. What about the role of the service provider? Can the service provider take a more direct part in assisting the consumer in protecting themselves, and if so, what help is needed from manufacturers, CPE vendors, and yes, companies like mine (Cisco)? What role does/should the government play? These are some pretty hefty questions. My question to you: is there interest in such a dialog? Eliot