Texas is suing TP-Link over its ties to China
Published: (February 19, 2026 at 01:20 PM EST)
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Source: The Verge
Source: The Verge
Lawsuit Overview
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against TP‑Link, alleging that the router maker misleads customers about its connections to China. In the complaint, Paxton asserts that TP‑Link is “masking its Chinese connections,” thereby providing “an open window for Chinese‑sponsored threat actors and Chinese intelligence agencies.”
Company Background
- Founded: China
- 2018: Opened a manufacturing facility in Vietnam.
- 2024: Centralized its global headquarters in the United States, forming TP‑Link Systems.
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