With new chips and software, Eaton can meter and control the flow of electricity on plant floors to prevent sags and surges caused by lots of motors and digital devices starting up at once.

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The following March, security firm IOActive created a proof-of-concept exploit designed to spread from meter to meter and take control of a smart grid.

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When she executed that perfectly, her momentum carried her to a smooth first 30 meter until she was upright and could shift into cruise control.

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