FCC Chairman Tells Europe To Choose Between US or Chinese Communications Tech

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned European allies to choose between US and Chinese technology, prioritizing the threat of the Chinese Communist Party. He highlighted the risk of relying on Chinese technology, using Starlink's potential limitations as an example. Carr urged European governments to avoid what he sees as China's growing influence in AI and satellite technology. He criticized European hesitancy towards Starlink, suggesting concerns are unfounded compared to potential Chinese alternatives. His comments come amidst trials of Starlink by UK telecoms BT and Virgin Media O2, without full agreements yet. Carr accused the European Commission of protectionism and anti-American sentiment. He proposed Nokia and Ericsson relocate manufacturing to the US to circumvent tariffs. The ultimatum underscores a growing technological divide between the US and China, with Europe caught in the middle. Carr's stance emphasizes a strategic competition for global technological dominance. This competition also involves considerations of national security and economic interests.