As IPVM covered earlier in 2023, the Australian federal government has effectively banned PRC cameras in its networks.

Now, the Department of Defence says it has found and is in the process of removing 453 PRC cameras, up from only 1 PRC camera in its initial investigation, News.com.au reports:

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