The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and attorneys general from multiple states have joined forces to combat potentially hazardous communications technology with ties to China. This strategic partnership aims to safeguard U.S. consumers from risks associated with this technology, ensuring their safety and security in the digital world.

The collaboration will involve the sharing of critical information and coordinated efforts to identify and address vulnerabilities in communications equipment originating from China. While the specific states participating in this initiative were not immediately named, the announcement signals a growing concern among federal and state authorities regarding the security implications of Chinese technology. This concern is not unfounded, as concerns have been raised about potential espionage and data security breaches linked to equipment manufactured by companies like Huawei and ZTE.

The U.S. government has already taken steps to restrict the use of equipment from these companies in critical infrastructure networks, citing national security concerns. The FCC has previously taken actions to ban or restrict the use of certain Chinese-made communications equipment, highlighting the urgent need for a unified front against potentially risky technology. This formal partnership with state attorneys general is expected to amplify these efforts and provide a more robust defense against foreign adversaries in the technology sector.