Pentagon names Megvii on list of 'Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States'
[REGULATORY ACTION]Jan 31, 2024 · Investigated by DoD · Megvii
Failure Mode
REGULATORY ACTION
Event Date
Jan 31, 2024
Primary Entity
Investigated by DoD
Robotic Platform
Megvii
Jurisdiction / Location
Federal / Global
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
In January 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense named Megvii on its list of 'Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States,' further escalating U.S. government pressure on the company. This designation followed the 2019 Entity List placement and the 2021 Treasury investment ban.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.reuters.com/technology/pentagon-adds-companies-chinese-military-list-us-official-says-2024-01-31/
https://www.reuters.com/technology/pentagon-adds-companies-chinese-military-list-us-official-says-2024-01-31/
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Pentagon names Megvii on list of 'Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States'?
In January 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense named Megvii on its list of 'Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States,' further escalating U.S. government pressure on the company. This designation followed the 2019 Entity List placement and the 2021 Treasury investment ban.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on January 31, 2024 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
Who was involved in Pentagon names Megvii on list of 'Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States'?
The incident is recorded as involving Megvii on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.
Has anyone responded to Pentagon names Megvii on list of 'Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States'?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Pentagon names Megvii on list of 'Chinese Military Companies Operating in the United States'?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.