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Chinese lidar maker with Nvidia ties accused of being cyber risk for U.S.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026


Hesai Technology was added to the U.S. Department of Defense blacklist in 2024 and designated as a Chinese military entity. The company manufactures lidar sensors and has received investment from Nvidia. The DoD designation restricts U.S. companies from doing business with Hesai without specific government approval.

Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/07/hesai-technology-nvidia-cyber-risk.html

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