News Summary:
On August 17, 2026, Belkin issued a statement confirming the completion of its acquisition of Cisco Systems' home networking business unit, which included the Linksys brand name. Previously, on August 13, Belkin collaborated with Formula 1 and Disney to launch a co-branded 45W power bank in China, a model based on its Night Light Power Bank featuring a black, yellow, and red design inspired by Formula 1. The same day, a review highlighted the Belkin Connect Thunderbolt 5 Dock, noting its 14 ports within an aluminum body, its connection to a laptop via a single Thunderbolt 5 cable, and the included 180W power adapter. Earlier, on August 4, the U.S. International Trade Commission announced a determination to institute a rescission proceeding, aiming to rescind a limited exclusion order. This action relates to an investigation initiated by a complaint filed on behalf of Belkin International Inc. in October 2016 concerning certain computer cables, chargers, adapters, peripheral devices, and their packaging.