Chinese lidar manufacturer Hesai Technology is facing fresh allegations that it poses a cybersecurity threat to US companies, including those with business ties to Nvidia.
The claims emerge as Washington intensifies its scrutiny of Chinese technology firms involved in the artificial intelligence supply chain.
Hesai was previously blacklisted by the US Department of Defense in 2024, when it was designated as a Chinese military entity.
The new accusations focus on potential cyber risks associated with its hardware and software integration, raising concerns among US partners about data security and intellectual property protection.
The development underscores the growing friction between US and Chinese tech sectors, particularly in areas involving autonomous vehicles and robotics.
Hesai’s lidar systems are used in self-driving cars and industrial automation, making them critical components in the physical AI infrastructure that relies on high-performance computing from firms like Nvidia.