The makers of about nine out of 10 "smart" devices failed to disclose how long they would continue to update software on the products, potentially exposing the devices to security threats, the FTC said. Staffers at the federal agency reviewed product web pages for 184 connected "smart" products and discovered that 88.6% of the product web pages did not state how long the manufacturer will offer software updates. Such products - which track health and fitness, control lights and monitor homes and pets - depend on software or an accompanying app to connect to the internet to keep them functioning, the FTC said.

WHAT THE FTC IS WARNING COULD HAPPEN TO YOUR PHONE

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, dismissing doomsday naysayers about artificial intelligence in the workplace, predicted a new generation of employees working just 3.5 days a week because of technology. Dimon, who has touted AI's extraordinary ability to transform business and society, also said he sees people living to the age of 100, Fortune reported. The CEO, who informed the bank's employees in April that they should return to the office at least three days a week, said AI has the potential to enhance the often tenuous life-work balance.

DIMON'S PREDICTS AI WILL WORK FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

It doesn't matter if you've been naughty or nice—the cost of your Christmas tree will be a bit higher this year. The American Christmas Tree Association says the "rising costs of labor, fertilizer, and fuel, coupled with other inflation-related factors" could mean higher prices this season. Even worse, the price is going up whether you want a real tree or a fake one, according to the association, which also works with artificial tree makers. Artificial trees may be more expensive that last year "due to transportation disruptions," the association says.

HOW MUCH HAVE CHRISTMAS TREE PRICES RISEN THIS YEAR?

What US city holds the title "The Christmas Tree Capital of the World"?

Wednesday's answer: The oldest person in recorded history is Jeanne Calment (1875–1997) of France, who lived to 122 years and 164 days.