Texas sues TP-Link, alleging Chinese government access to its devices

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersFebruary 17, 2026 at 07:12 PM

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against TP-Link Systems, alleging the company deceptively markets its networking devices and allows the Chinese government access to American consumers' devices. The lawsuit claims TP-Link's products have been used by Chinese state-sponsored hacking entities to launch cyberattacks against the United States. Paxton asserts that TP-Link's alleged deception regarding the nationality, privacy, and security of its devices poses a national security threat, enabling surveillance and exploitation of Texas consumers. The lawsuit follows an investigation launched in October and is part of a series of actions against companies aligned with China. TP-Link, a California-based router manufacturer spun off from a Chinese firm, has not yet responded to requests for comment.

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California 40% Chinese embassy in Washington 50% Beijing 60% United States 60% China ×470% Ken Paxton ×270% Texas ×380% TP-Link Systems ×390%

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