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FCC bans humanoid robots from China, citing ‘unacceptable risks’

Move comes as the Trump administration has increasingly sought to keep Chinese technology out of the US The Federal Communications Commission announced a ban on humanoid robots from China on Tuesday, saying that the technology poses…

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The Federal Communications Commission announced a ban on humanoid robots imported from China, saying the technology poses “unacceptable risks” to U.S. national security. The FCC’s definition of the prohibited devices covers “advanced robotic devices,” which includes both humanoid forms and animal‑like quadrupeds. The action aligns with the Trump administration’s broader effort to keep Chinese technology out of the United States.

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