Hikvision is famous again, new article excerpt:
Hikvision has spent an unprecedented amount in lobbying for the video surveillance industry, including $100,000+ in Q2 2018, $400,000+ in Q3 2018 in addition to the $840,000 / 1 year contract mentioned by the NY Times above.
Not to mention how Hik seemingly has SIA in their pocket as well.
They put a lot of time and money into trying to alter their perception and hide the Chinese government ties.
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