US Company Ubiquiti Allegedly Aided Russian Drone Attacks: Report

Report on Ubiquiti's Alleged Role in Russian Drone Attacks

• 💡 A report by Hunterbrook Media alleges that U.S.-based tech company Ubiquiti supplied equipment that appears to have aided Russian troops in their war against Ukraine.
• 🎯 Ubiquiti, owned by Memphis Grizzlies owner Robert Pera, designs and sells long-range wireless communications equipment, including antennas and routers.
• 🔍 Russian soldiers are reportedly using Ubiquiti devices to connect with and guide their drones for attacks, including on civilian populations.
• 🎭 Hunterbrook Media journalists went undercover, posing as Russian soldiers, and found that Ubiquiti not only agreed to sell them devices but also included thank you letters from the Russian military.

Impact and Owner Accountability

• 🚀 Russian soldiers have been observed on social media platforms like Telegram, expressing a need for these devices and stating they are instrumental to the war effort.
• 💰 The report raises questions about the accountability of Robert Pera, a billionaire owner in professional sports, for his company's alleged role in enabling Russia's war effort.
• ⚖️ Comparisons are drawn to other sports team owners, suggesting that similar actions by more prominent figures might garner more significant media attention and scrutiny.

Company and Owner's Past and Response

• ⚠️ This is not the first time Robert Pera or Ubiquiti has faced scrutiny; Pera paid a $500,000 fine in 2014 for violating Iran sanctions.
• 🚫 So far, Robert Pera has not responded to this latest report, and his company is reportedly not holding earnings calls, suggesting a lack of public engagement unless compelled by government or league action.
• 🌍 The report calls on NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and the U.S. administration to take action, emphasizing that their commitment to sanctions and support for Ukraine will be judged by their actions rather than their words.