US Department of Energy Lab Investigates Security Risks of Chinese Lidar Sensors

A US Department of Energy lab is examining potential security vulnerabilities in Chinese lidar sensors used for autonomous vehicles, focusing on risks like data interception and espionage. The investigation follows growing concerns over Chinese technology's strategic implications and cybersecurity threats.

The security review is being performed by the Idaho National Laboratory, and the research is being funded by a company -- or a group of companies -- in the electric and autonomous vehicle industries.

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