🚨 Breaking News | Tech & Regulation
According to reports from Taiwanese media, Liu Zuohu, founder & CEO of OnePlus and Senior Vice President / Chief Product Officer at OPPO, is currently wanted by Taiwanese authorities in connection with an alleged illegal R&D operation.
🔍 What’s Being Alleged?
Prosecutors claim that Liu Zuohu helped establish a Taiwan-based R&D team via a Hong Kong entity without obtaining required approvals from Taiwan’s authorities. The operation allegedly ran between 2015 and 2021, focusing on mobile software development for OnePlus smartphones.
💰 Key Details from the Investigation.
• Approx. $72.9 million (508.7M RMB) transferred to support operations
• Over 70 Taiwanese R&D engineers reportedly recruited
• Funds used for salaries, bonuses, and R&D equipment
• All developed software allegedly used exclusively by OnePlus devices
• Financial and administrative decisions reportedly approved by Shenzhen HQ
📜 Legal Actions
The Shilin District Prosecutors Office has charged two Taiwanese executives, surnamed Zheng and Lin, for violations of Taiwan’s Cross-Strait Relations Act.
Liu Zuohu, identified as the primary decision-maker, is reportedly under an arrest warrant and remains at large.
⚖️ Regulatory Context
Taiwanese law restricts mainland Chinese companies from conducting commercial activities or recruiting talent in Taiwan without authorization. Prosecutors allege the operation was structured as a foreign (Hong Kong) entity to bypass these regulations.
📌 Current Status
• Taiwanese executives: Prosecuted
• Liu Zuohu: Wanted by authorities
• Case: Ongoing, allegations not yet adjudicated
⚠️ This post summarizes publicly reported information for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or investment advice.
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