#ExportControls

US Gov Slaps Visa Restrictions on Spyware Honchos

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April 23, 2024 at 09:43AM The US State Department has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals involved in the development and sale of commercial spyware, targeting journalists, academics, and human rights defenders. This is part of the government’s efforts to combat the misuse of technology, with the latest move being a response to the abuse … Read more

US lawmakers have Chinese LiDAR on their threat-detection radar

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November 29, 2023 at 09:35PM A US congressional committee is considering whether to ban Chinese LiDAR devices due to national security concerns. They requested an investigation into the technology, as it could potentially be used for military purposes or contain malware, and noted its association with human rights abuses in China. **Takeaways from Meeting:** 1. … Read more