Australia's Largest Security Distributor Builds 'Great Wall of Dahua'
Australia's largest security distributor is expanding its security segment by doubling down on Dahua, even as the Australian government rips out its Dahua cameras.
Dicker Data is promoting Dahua discounts, Dahua dinners, and even building 'Great Wall of Dahua' displays in its showrooms.
An Australian Senator told IPVM that Dicker Data should be "completely upfront" about Dahua's "national security risks" given they are being removed from federal facilities.
In this post, IPVM examines Dicker Data, its relationship to Dahua, and the possible impacts.
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