Huawei just can't catch a break -- first the US blocks it from being a part of its
first responder wireless network, and now, Australia is following suit. According to the
Australian Financial Review, the Shenzhen-based outfit has been barred from tendering contracts for the country's
A$43 billion National Broadband Network on the advice of the Australian Security Intelligence Organization. Alexander Downer, of Huawei's Australian board directors, called the situation "ridiculous," postulating that "the whole concept of Huawei being involved in cyber-warfare is based on the company being Chinese." This isn't the first time Huawei has had to combat suspicions of espionage, last year the outfit
assured the US government that a "thorough investigation will prove that Huawei is a normal commercial institution and nothing more." Cheer up, Huawei, the
smartphone market still loves you.
Huawei hardware won't be part of National Broadband Network, says Australia originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 26 Mar 2012 02:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Permalink 
The Register |
Australian Financial Review (1), (2), (3) |
Email this |
Comments 
