https://www.howtogeek.com/philips-hue-will-soon-require-online-accounts-to-control-lights/
Phillips Hue will soon require an online account to use its smart lights. It looks like the account is not required for control of the lights, they should still operate during an internet outage, but will be required.
"A Hue account lets us send important, security-related information straight to you. Starting soon, you'll need to be signed in."
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