US bans foreign robots, including Roombas, after national security concerns. New restrictions prevent FCC approval for future models.

Stringent regulations have been imposed to prohibit approval from the FCC for upcoming variants of foreign-produced robots and connected power inverters amid concerns raised by U.S. national security agencies. The strict measures are in response to potential cybersecurity threats and supply chain vulnerabilities. These regulations impact a significant number of future models, with the exact figures remaining undisclosed.