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China’s hidden tech in solar gear raises fears of spying on the US power grid
Experts have found hidden communication devices in Chinese-made solar components used across the U.S. energy grid.
China installs kill switches in solar panels sold to the West; here’s why it’s extremely dangerous and how Beijing could trigger a world war
American solar farms have detected unauthorized communication devices, or "kill switches," in Chinese-made components. These ...
China holding ‘direct line’ to US power grid with solar panels
Sky News host Caleb Bond says “big brother is watching” and it turns out he is Chinese. US engineers inspecting Chinese-made ...
Hidden communications devices found in Chinese solar power inverters spark security alarm
Concerns over Chinese solar energy equipment in the U.S. power grids grow after communication devices were found, potentially ...
U.S. Allegedly Finds Rogue Communication Devices in Chinese-Made Solar Tech
The report cites US energy officials and warns that comms devices—including cellular radios—have been found in solar ...
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US finds 'kill switches' on solar panels sold by China - sparking fears of energy grid attack
Engineers on American solar farms have discovered secret switches installed in Chinese-manufactured parts which could wreak ...
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A look at the mobile solar tracker ideal for RVs and food trucks
While a promising step toward sustainability, vehicle-mounted solar panels face a key limitation. These fixed installations ...
Chinese ‘kill switches’ found in US solar farms
Chinese “kill switches” have been found hidden in American solar farms, prompting calls for Ed Miliband to halt the rollout ...