U.S. Tightens Global GPU Export Controls to Close China Loopholes
The U.S. government is implementing stricter regulations on AI GPU exports with country-specific quotas and a new licensing system to prevent Chinese acquisition through third countries. The measures aim to close loopholes that have enabled Chinese entities to obtain restricted hardware like Nvidia's H200 through elaborate smuggling networks.
Chinese National Caught Flying Surveillance Drone Over Space Force Base
A Chinese citizen was arrested at San Francisco airport after allegedly conducting illegal drone surveillance of Vandenberg Space Force Base, capturing unauthorized aerial photographs. The incident heightens concerns about foreign surveillance of U.S. military installations as the suspect faces up to 4 years in prison.
New Bill Demands Strict Cybersecurity Rules for US Telecoms After Chinese Hacking Campaign
Senator Ron Wyden introduces legislation requiring the FCC to implement rigorous cybersecurity regulations for telecommunications companies following the devastating Salt Typhoon breaches by Chinese hackers. The bill mandates annual security testing, independent audits, and executive accountability to protect Americans' communications from foreign espionage.
US Congress Weighs $3 Billion Plan to Remove Chinese Telecom Equipment from Networks
The US House of Representatives is set to vote on a crucial $3 billion defense bill aimed at removing Huawei and ZTE equipment from American telecommunications networks. The funding addresses a significant gap in the existing 'rip and replace' program, which the FCC estimates will cost nearly $5 billion to complete.
Pakistan's Internet Crisis: Surveillance System Drags Speeds to Global Bottom Ranks
Pakistan's internet speeds have plummeted to among the world's slowest, with the country ranking near bottom globally for both mobile and broadband connectivity. The dramatic slowdown is linked to enhanced surveillance measures, including a Chinese-built national firewall system that monitors and controls internet traffic.
Chinese Hackers Breach US Telecom Networks in Massive 'Salt Typhoon' Espionage Operation
US officials reveal a sophisticated Chinese cyber espionage campaign that infiltrated eight telecom providers, accessing private communications of senior political figures. The operation, dubbed 'Salt Typhoon,' compromised law enforcement wiretapping systems and sparked immediate congressional action.
U.S. Appeals Court Upholds TikTok Forced Sale Law, Setting 2025 Deadline
A federal appeals court has affirmed legislation requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok to a U.S. company by January 2025 or face a nationwide ban. The ruling, which ByteDance plans to appeal, addresses national security concerns while sparking debates about free speech and international trade.
U.S. Officials Push for Encrypted Messaging After Major Telecom Hack
Federal authorities urge Americans to adopt encrypted messaging apps following 'Salt Typhoon' cyberattack that compromised major U.S. telecom companies. The China-linked breach exposed call metadata and communications of countless Americans, prompting officials to recommend encryption as the strongest defense.
Chinese Hackers Steal Metadata of Americans in Massive Telecom Breach
Chinese hacking group Salt Typhoon has compromised personal metadata from at least eight U.S. telecommunications providers, accessing communications of senior officials and political figures. The breach exposed call details and location data, prompting new federal cybersecurity guidance and upcoming Senate hearings.
Chinese Hackers Target Japan with Revived ANEL Backdoor in Sophisticated Spear-Phishing Campaign
MirrorFace, a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group, has launched a new cyber espionage campaign against Japanese organizations using the resurrected ANEL backdoor malware. The sophisticated operation leverages spear-phishing emails with OneDrive links to deploy multiple backdoors, targeting individuals connected to Japan's national security.