UK restricts Chinese cameras in government buildings over security fears


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The British directive applies to cameras made by companies subject to Chinese security laws and includes guidance to disconnect such devices from core computer networks and to consider removing them altogether LONDON, United Kingdom – The British government on Thursday, November 24, told its departments to stop installing Chinese-linked surveillance cameras at sensitive buildings, citing security risks. The decision comes after a review of “current and future possible security risks associated with the installation of visual surveillance systems on the government estate,” cabinet office minister Oliver Dowden said in a written statement to parliament. “The review has concluded that, in...