TCL and F-Secure have formalized a strategic alliance as part of Network X 2025, merging TCL's excellence in connectivity solutions with F-Secure's advanced cybersecurity technology.
The collaboration aims to provide operators and end-users with an exceptionally secure and reliable digital experience through the integration of cutting-edge security capabilities into TCL's Fixed Broadband (FBB), Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), and Mobile Broadband (MBB) products.
In 2024, TCL ranked among the top three global mobile broadband shipments. As a leader in 5G broadband solutions, TCL develops FBB, FWA, and MBB solutions enriched with technologies such as AI, Wi-Fi 7, and 5G-A. These solutions are designed to deliver secure connectivity tailored to modern digital lifestyles. For example, its FWA products, equipped with 5G AI CPE, ensure intelligent, ultra-fast connectivity for both residential and commercial environments.
FBB products integrate high-quality Wi-Fi 7 mesh routers, as well as GPON and XGS-PON fiber gateways. These devices ensure full home coverage, enabling lag-free streaming, smooth gaming experiences, and stable connectivity for all devices. Additionally, MBB products, which include 5G dongles and mobile Wi-Fi devices, provide ultra-portable and reliable internet access, facilitating robust connectivity ideal for remote work, travel, and on-the-go entertainment.
Faced with the complexity of network usage scenarios and the growing demand for connectivity, the emphasis on performance and reliability becomes crucial, especially given growing consumer concerns about cybersecurity. A study by F-Secure reveals that 77% of users are concerned about their online security, while global losses due to scams amounted to $1.03 trillion in 2024 (Global Anti-Scam Alliance, 2024). Furthermore, 81% of consumers expect their internet service provider to offer protection, underscoring the relevance of these expectations.
To address these challenges, TCL has partnered with F-Secure to integrate top-tier security directly into its connectivity devices. This collaboration allows F-Secure's advanced cybersecurity technologies and global threat intelligence to be incorporated into TCL solutions, offering comprehensive, multi-layered protection.
The solution provides smart home security by blocking malicious connections and detecting anomalous device behavior. It also protects browsing and banking activities by automatically blocking malware and phishing sites based on rigorous URL reputation analysis. It ensures privacy by preventing tracking sites from collecting user data and stops viruses, Trojans, and ransomware.
Unlike traditional security solutions that require manual installation and configuration, F-Secure's router-integrated approach offers automatic, always-on security, requiring no user intervention. This establishes a robust security barrier for all connected devices. Ultimately, this integration ensures proactive defense against ever-evolving cyberthreats and online scams, without compromising network speed or user experience.
Jesse Wu, General Manager of TCL Smart Connected Devices
Through our collaboration with F-Secure, TCL has incorporated advanced cybersecurity capabilities into its comprehensive broadband solutions, providing robust, user-centric protection. This encompasses device security, privacy protection measures, and intelligent management. This partnership reinforces TCL's commitment to providing reliable, secure, and efficient connectivity solutions with high-speed network performance that users can trust anytime, anywhere.
Dmitri Vellikok, Vice President of Integrated Security at F-Secure
We are delighted to collaborate with TCL to elevate the security of its entire portfolio of products and solutions. By integrating F-Secure's advanced cybersecurity capabilities, TCL's smart connected devices offer operators and users multi-layered protection against online threats, effectively safeguarding their personal information.
