China’s Temu spies on users, under DHS investigation over forced-labor violations

DHS Investigating Temu for Potential Forced Labor Violations
The Department of Homeland Security is currently investigating Chinese online retailer Temu for possible violations of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). Key points include:
KEY ALLEGATIONS
Temu may be using products made with slave labor to achieve extremely low prices
The company is under scrutiny for potentially sourcing materials from East Turkistan (Xinjiang)
Cyber security experts warn about potential data privacy risks with the Temu mobile app
INVISTIGATION DEATAILS
DHS is examining whether Temu's products comply with the UFLPA
The company currently self-certifies that its goods are not made with forced labor
Forensic testing of product origins is possible but unclear if currently being used
BROADER CONTEXT
Temu launched in 2022, offering products at significantly lower prices than competitors
The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has raised concerns about the company's supply chains
The European Union has also launched a separate probe into Temu's business practices
The investigation could potentially lead to Temu being banned from selling products in the United States if violations are confirmed.