HP CEO evokes James Bond-style hack via ink cartridges
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"Our long-term objective is to make printing a subscription."

His claims are quickly debunked in the article, as the true reason is, obviously, protecting their IP and subscription model

I’ve not heard about this. Does anyone have a link to share? Can’t find one myself

This was 95ish. We were under strict orders not to confirm it. HP worked hard to keep it under wraps. Now layer on the fact the web was still in its infancy, you likely won’t find a whole lot about it.

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