Trump’s crazy 5G plan actually ‘diagnoses a real problem’

Jan 30

From: Cnet

The US isn’t likely to build its own cellular network, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t real concern over wireless security.

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“I agree there are serious concerns relating to the Chinese government’s influence into network equipment markets,” said Virginia Sen. Mark Warner, a Democrat, who’s vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Intelligence. “I would look forward to working with the administration on a viable, cost-effective solution to begin addressing those risks.”

Cybersecurity for 5G networks had been a top priority for the previous FCC under Tom Wheeler, a Democrat appointed by President Barack Obama. But the current Republican-led agency believes the FCC should not have authority to ensure wireless providers are building secure networks.

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