The Router Wars Heat Up: TP-Link Denies Netgear Claims
TP-Link accuses Netgear of a "smear campaign" painting it as a US national security risk.
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The Router Wars Heat Up: TP-Link Denies Netgear Claims
TP-Link Fires Back Amid Router Wars The router wars are heating up as TP-Link pushes back against Netgear’s claims. The company alleges a “smear campaign” that falsely painted it as a US national security risk. According to TP-Link, Netgear misrepresented reports linking threat groups to Chinese cyber activities, harming TP-Link’s reputation and raising public concern over its devices. Image credit: Shutterstock / Armmy Picca What Triggered TP-Link’s Smear Campaign Claim? TP-Link filed a lawsuit after Netgear CEO Charles Prober allegedly suggested a connection between TP-Link and Chinese state-backed cyber campaigns during an earnings call. The company insists these claims distorted media coverage, misrepresenting its products as potential security threats despite no official attribution in original reports. How Does This Affect the Router Market? With both brands vying for consumer trust, the dispute intensifies competition. TP-Link warns that misleading statements can influence purchasing…
