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What a Ban Would Actually Mean for DJI Drone Owners and Holiday Shoppers
- US regulators may ban new DJI drone sales after FCC votes to close loopholes for security risks.
- DJI faces an audit deadline that could trigger an automatic ban if not completed.
- DJI says it would welcome an audit but warns the process has stalled for months.
- Ownership rules may keep existing DJI drones legal to use, but new purchases could be restricted.
- US government actions could affect DJI’s US market just as Black Friday deals begin.
- DJI is under scrutiny amid broader FCC actions targeting security concerns around Chinese tech.
- DJI advocates for an audit process and extension, citing due process needs.
- Some DJI drones have been unavailable in the US even before a potential ban.
- Regulators may limit future products and require public consultation for bans.
- DJI faces supply constraints that complicate consumer access regardless of regulatory action.
- Official guidance links the issue to broader security reviews and future policy steps.
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