According to a statement published by lawmakers on June 21, the US Government Department of Commerce has announced the addition of drone manufacturer Autel Robotics to its "blacklist." The "entity list" is a compilation of foreign individuals, companies, and organizations deemed a national security concern. This designation subjects Autel Robotics to export restrictions and … [Read more...] about Stefanik, Moolenaar Statement: Autel Robotics Added to US Government Department of Commerce Blacklist
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What is the Countering CCP Drones Act, and What Does it Mean for DJI Drones?
The Countering CCP Drones Act, introduced by NY Representative Elise Stefanik, could effectively limit the use of Chinese-manufactured drones in the United States: and may be voted upon this month. (Stefanik also recently introduced the Drones for First Responders Act, a separate bill which calls for banning the import of drones from China after 5 years.) Understanding the … [Read more...] about What is the Countering CCP Drones Act, and What Does it Mean for DJI Drones?
Lawmakers Call for Increasing Tariffs on Import of Chinese Drones
Bipartisan Lawmakers Push for Tougher Tariffs on Chinese Drones Over Security Concerns by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The latest move in the ongoing battle between parts of the U.S. government and drone manufacturers based in China involves an effort to make those products prohibitively expensive for American consumers. On Tuesday, March 19 a bipartisan group of … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Call for Increasing Tariffs on Import of Chinese Drones
DJI’s Rebuttal: Safeguarding Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
DJI's Rebuttal to National Security Concerns Surrounding Chinese Drones In a recent joint publication, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) expressed concerns about Chinese-manufactured unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their potential risks to critical infrastructure and U.S. national security. The … [Read more...] about DJI’s Rebuttal: Safeguarding Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
CISA Issues Guidance on Chinese-Manufactured UAS, AUVSI Urges Action
CISA Issues Guidance on Mitigating Risks Posed by Chinese UAS, AUVSI Advocates for a Secure Domestic Drone Industry In a recent publication, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has reiterated concerns about the risks posed by Chinese-manufactured unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to critical infrastructure and U.S. national security. The guidance, … [Read more...] about CISA Issues Guidance on Chinese-Manufactured UAS, AUVSI Urges Action
