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  1. 2026

    Quectel files lawsuit against Telit

    Lawsuit filed

    Quectel announced that it filed a lawsuit against Telit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. According to the announcement, the suit alleges false and misleading statements, cybersquatting, and unfair competition. The allegations are presented as Quectel's claims and are not described as court findings. The announcement does not state any ruling, outcome, or further details of the proceedings.

    Stated objective. Quectel says the lawsuit seeks to end the alleged misconduct and protect its business interests.

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    • The complaint asserts claims under federal and state law arising from Telit’s alleged false and misleading statements regarding Quectel, alleged misuse of Quectel’s trademarks and domain name, and related unfair competition.
    • today announced that it has filed legal action in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida against Telit IoT Solutions Inc.
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  2. 2023

    Quectel, accused by US of security risks and added to Chinese military companies list, sues Pentagon

    In 2023, US lawmakers and FCC commissioners said Chinese cellular modules such as Quectel's could be remotely accessed and controlled, posing national security risks, and recommended blacklisting. In January 2026, the US Department of Defense added Quectel to its "Chinese Military Companies" list. Quectel denied military ties and said its products are for civilian use. In May 2026, Quectel sued the US Department of Defense, saying the listing caused significant economic loss.

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