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Exclusive | Elise Stefanik, Rick Scott demand probe into Chinese gadget maker Anker over spying fears: ‘Unacceptable risks’
- Lawmakers press for a formal probe into Anker over national security concerns linked to its Chinese ownership and data practices.
- The letter to FCC and Commerce Department questions Anker’s ownership and whether devices transmit data to Chinese servers.
- Lawmakers say Chinese government subsidies may enable aggressive pricing and market dominance for Anker.
- The Post notes past enforcement action related to Eufy cameras and encryption issues.
- The lawmakers cited concerns about foreign surveillance in American households using Anker/Eufy products.
- The letter requests guidance on potential FCC actions to protect privacy and curb surveillance.
- Stefanik and Scott emphasized protecting American brands and consumers from unfair Chinese competition.
- The Post underscores ongoing concerns in recent years about Chinese-made smart home products sold in the United States.
- The letter was obtained exclusively by The Post, detailing the requested inquiries.
- The push involves high-profile figures and aligns with bipartisan scrutiny of tech from China.
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