Why This Matters
The FCC's ban on all foreign-made consumer routers significantly limits the options available to U.S. consumers when upgrading their networks, reflecting national security concerns over cybersecurity risks. While current routers can still be used and existing models remain available, no new foreign-made routers will be introduced to the market, potentially impacting the diversity and innovation in home networking products. This move underscores the growing emphasis on cybersecurity and supply chain security in the tech industry, influencing future product development and sourcing strategies.
Key Takeaways
- The FCC has banned all new foreign-made consumer routers in the U.S.
- Existing routers can still be used and sold; only new models are affected.
- Major brands like TP-Link, Linksys, and Asus are impacted due to their foreign origins.
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ZDNET's key takeaways
The FCC has banned all foreign-made routers in the US.
You can still use your current router.
Existing models can still be sold, but no new models.
The next time you upgrade your internet router, you might notice your options are a little slimmer.
In an update this week, the Federal Communications Commission added all foreign-made consumer routers to its "Covered List," the list of communications equipment it has deemed an unacceptable risk to United States national security.
As a result, no new routers produced outside the United States can be sold on the American market.
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