Quantum Teleportation Breakthrough: Scientists Successfully Transmit Quantum Data Over Regular Internet Cables
Northwestern University engineers achieve groundbreaking quantum teleportation over standard fiber optic networks, defying previous assumptions about quantum communication limitations. This milestone eliminates the need for dedicated quantum lines and brings us closer to widespread quantum networking integration.
U.S. Allocates $3 Billion to Remove Chinese Telecom Equipment Over Security Concerns
The U.S. government is investing $3 billion to remove Chinese telecommunications equipment from American networks amid escalating cybersecurity threats. The initiative, part of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, aims to help telecom companies replace technology from manufacturers like Huawei and ZTE while protecting critical infrastructure.
China Blocks Swedish Prosecutors from Investigating Baltic Sea Cable Damage
Chinese authorities denied Swedish prosecutors access to a vessel suspected of damaging undersea cables in the Baltic Sea, despite claims of cooperation. The incident involving the Yi Peng 3 ship has raised concerns among European officials about possible sabotage of critical infrastructure.
Quantum Teleportation Breakthrough: Scientists Successfully Share Internet Cables with Quantum Signals
Northwestern University engineers have achieved quantum teleportation through active fiber optic cables carrying Internet traffic, defying previous assumptions about signal interference. This groundbreaking research demonstrates that quantum and classical communications can coexist in existing infrastructure, bringing practical quantum networks closer to reality.
Salt Typhoon: Chinese Hackers Steal Phone Records of 1M+ Americans in Massive Intelligence Breach
Chinese state hackers compromised major U.S. telecom providers to steal phone metadata of over one million Americans, primarily in Washington D.C. The sophisticated 'Salt Typhoon' campaign exposed call records, text messages and location data, raising serious privacy concerns.
Telecom Giants Under Fire for Selective Data Breach Notifications in Salt Typhoon Attack
A massive Chinese hack compromised over a million U.S. telecom customers' data, yet AT&T and Verizon only notified select 'high-value' targets. The controversial approach has sparked criticism from privacy advocates who demand full transparency about exposed personal information.
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.