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    Russian cyber firm to cease US operations due to federal restrictions

    By Zoey ZhuJuly 31, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Kaspersky Lab will gradually wind down its US operations and lay off US-based employees after a Department of Commerce ban on its products.
    • The closure marks the end of nearly two decades of the company’s presence in the US market.

    OUR TAKE
    Kaspersky Lab’s decision to exit the US market highlights escalating tensions over cybersecurity and national security concerns. The ban and subsequent shutdown reflect broader geopolitical issues affecting international technology firms.
    — Zoey Zhu, BTW reporter

    What happened

    Kaspersky Lab announced it will begin to “gradually wind down” its operations in the United States and lay off its US-based employees on Monday. This decision follows a recent ban by the US Department of Commerce that prohibits the sale of Kaspersky’s products in the country. The shutdown will commence on July 20, ending nearly 20 years of the company’s operations in the US.

    Kaspersky Lab stated that the decision was made after carefully evaluating the impact of the new US legal requirements. The company cited that business opportunities in the US are no longer viable due to the ban. The Commerce Department’s move, based on national security concerns, follows claims that the Russian government could potentially use Kaspersky’s software for surveillance, although the company has vehemently denied these allegations.

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    Why it’s important

    The shutdown of Kaspersky Lab’s US operations underscores the heightened scrutiny and geopolitical tensions surrounding cybersecurity and technology firms. The Commerce Department’s unprecedented ban is a significant development, reflecting concerns about foreign adversaries and data protection.

    Kaspersky Lab’s exit from the US market impacts not only the company but also its users and partners in the region. The firm has over 400 million users globally, though the exact number in the US is unclear. The decision to halt sales and operations in the US could affect many businesses and individuals relying on Kaspersky’s cybersecurity products.

    The closure also highlights the broader context of international technology and cybersecurity disputes. The legal basis for the ban derives from recent executive orders aimed at protecting personal data from foreign threats. As Kaspersky Lab shifts focus to other strategic markets, the situation illustrates the complex interplay between national security and global business operations in the technology sector.

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    Zoey Zhu is a news reporter at Blue Tech Wave media specialised in tech trends. She got a Master degree from University College London. Send emails to z.zhu@btw.media.

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