The US government's robot ban also includes vacuums - Engadget

The article reports that the FCC’s newly announced ban on certain foreign-made robots and power inverters may also cover robot vacuum cleaners under its broad definition of “advanced robotic devices.” Existing robot vacuums can still be sold, but new models may require waivers, potentially affecting many companies because most such products are made outside the United States. The article notes uncertainty around how the policy improves security if already available devices are not affected.

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