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Robotics Business & Enterprise5 min reading time

Trump's robot ban aims to counter China. US startups fear it could leave them behind.

Business InsiderPublished Jul 31, 2026

The US Federal Communications Commission has banned new foreign-made advanced robotic devices, targeting Chinese companies like Unitree. This move aims to address national security concerns but raises worries among US startups about losing access to affordable robotics technology.

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