U.S. robotics companies are urging Congress to develop a federal strategy to prevent Chinese-manufactured robots from gaining access to American networks. The push comes as industry executives express growing concerns about potential cybersecurity risks posed by foreign-made robotic systems.
The robotics market continues to expand rapidly, creating an increasingly large attack surface for potential cyber threats. Industry leaders are specifically focused on preventing Chinese robots from integrating into critical U.S. infrastructure and corporate networks, though specific details about current threats or incidents were not disclosed.