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Texas AG Paxton Sues Anzu Robotics Over Security Concerns

2/19/2026

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Anzu Robotics over claims Raptor T drone is rebranded DJI Mavic 3.
The suit accuses Anzu of failing to disclose ties to DJI and misrepresenting data security.
Paxton calls Anzu's products a "Trojan horse" linked to the Chinese Communist Party.
The suit seeks civil penalties and injunctive relief, citing national security concerns from DJI's control of firmware and encryption keys.

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Historical Context

Since 2020, U.S. concerns over Chinese technology firms like Huawei and DJI have intensified, with the FCC identifying over $1.8 billion in funding for companies deemed security threats. Legal actions, such as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Anzu Robotics, reflect ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China, highlighting fears of espionage and data security risks in foreign tech operations.

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Story summary

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Anzu Robotics over claims Raptor T drone is rebranded DJI Mavic 3.
The suit accuses Anzu of failing to disclose ties to DJI and misrepresenting data security.
Paxton calls Anzu's products a "Trojan horse" linked to the Chinese Communist Party.
The suit seeks civil penalties and injunctive relief, citing national security concerns from DJI's control of firmware and encryption keys.

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