Smart‑home AI hubs rising — and risky

AI‑centric hubs are framed as the new smart‑home 'brains' — SwitchBot’s AI Hub is getting buzz in recent videos as a central automation platform — but the Home Assistant community is warning about a 'side‑hustle' trend where closed‑source, subscription integrations threaten reliability and privacy in DIY systems The Switchbot AI Hub is the Future of Smart Homes. 25 Smart Home Devices You’ll Actually Wish You Bought in 2026! The dangerous "side hustle" trend that’s ruining the Home Assistant platform.