U.S. Agency Bans New Chinese Humanoid Robots and Power Devices Over Security Fears

On July 28, 2026, the FCC — the U.S. agency that regulates communications technology — banned new Chinese humanoid robots and internet-connected power inverters (devices that change electricity types). The agency cited risks of spying, aiding foreign intelligence, and hackers remotely taking control. The rules cover unreleased models, though existing approvals can be revoked. The Trump administration called it protecting America's AI push. China's embassy has not responded.