August 19, 2024 at 09:43AM Lawmakers call for an investigation into TP-Link routers due to concerns that Chinese-made Wi-Fi routers could give China access to US systems. They argue that TP-Link’s ties to Chinese technology and security laws raise risks of state-sponsored hacking. The company faces scrutiny over the potential threat and its recent separation … Read more
June 18, 2024 at 10:03AM Microsoft’s dominance in the public sector technology market has raised concerns about cybersecurity risks and lack of competition. The government’s reliance on Microsoft’s products has led to vulnerabilities and major expenses in cybersecurity. Legislation is being proposed to address these issues, but comprehensive action is needed to tackle the root … Read more
February 28, 2024 at 03:56PM President Biden signed an executive order to ban bulk sale and transfer of Americans’ private data to countries such as China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, and Venezuela. The Justice Department will block countries posing threats from accessing sensitive personal data, and new regulations aim to restrict risky data transactions. … Read more
February 27, 2024 at 03:31PM The US Commerce Department added Sandvine and Chengdu Beizhan Electronics to the Entity List for export restrictions due to alleged misuse of technology. Sandvine is accused of supplying spying technology to Egypt, while Chengdu is accused of procuring US goods for China. Both companies deny allegations and are working with … Read more