Ban on foreign cybersecurity firms: China bars US, Israeli software; cites security risk
China has reportedly banned several American and Israeli cybersecurity firms, including VMware, Palo Alto Networks, and Fortinet, citing national security concerns. Beijing fears the software could transmit confidential data abroad, aligning with its broader push to replace Western technology with domestic alternatives amid escalating US-China tech tensions.
China has reportedly banned several American and Israeli cybersecurity firms, including VMware, Palo Alto Networks, and Fortinet, citing national security concerns. Beijing fears the software could transmit confidential data abroad, aligning with its broader push to replace Western technology with domestic alternatives amid escalating US-China tech tensions.
