"The Global Electronics Association warns that the US ban on foreign-made network routers is impractical because few are made domestically, leaving consumers with little choice and delaying access to next-gen products, just as Wi-Fi 7 adoption should be ramping up."
"The policy is wrong-headed from the start, since vulnerabilities and security flaws are not limited to any particular geography, but appear across different brands and countries of origin worldwide."
"The approval process for foreign-produced routers to reach the market is untested at the scale the router industry requires, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the FCC's new regulations."
The Global Electronics Association criticizes the US ban on foreign-made network routers, stating it is impractical due to the lack of domestic production. This policy delays consumer access to next-gen products, particularly Wi-Fi 7. The report emphasizes that security vulnerabilities are not confined to specific geographies, as evidenced by significant breaches involving US-made equipment. The FCC's new rules complicate the approval process for foreign routers, requiring manufacturers to commit to US production, which may hinder market access and innovation.
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