CCP SPY OPERATION
Republican lawmaker raises concerns about TikTok divestiture deal
Representative John Moolenaar has voiced concerns over a potential U.S.-China framework deal regarding TikTok's American assets. He fears that the agreement, which involves transferring U.S. assets to U.S. owners, might still allow Beijing to influence TikTok users through continued reliance on ByteDance's algorithm. This raises questions about compliance with the 2024 law mandating complete separation between TikTok and Chinese entities.
Chinese students allegedly deployed as spies in British Universities: Report
A new report alleges that Chinese students in British universities are being pressured by the CCP to gather intelligence, creating a climate of surveillance and self-censorship. Academics report interference from Chinese diplomats and the suppression of research critical of Beijing, raising concerns about academic freedom and national security.
US lawmakers unveil Bipartisan 'No Adversarial AI Act' to block Chinese-Controlled AI from federal systems
US lawmakers have introduced the bipartisan No Adversarial AI Act to block federal agencies from using AI developed by foreign adversaries like China. The bill aims to protect national security, prevent data leaks, and ensure only trusted AI technologies are used in government systems.
The spy next door: Decrypting China's Ministry of State Security, the world’s largest and most secretive intelligence agency
China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) has emerged as a global intelligence powerhouse with a vast network and substantial budget. Tasked with protecting the Chinese Communist Party, the MSS engages in extensive cyber operations, espionage, and suppression of dissent, both domestically and internationally.
Students or spies? How China infiltrated US universities
The United States will revoke visas of Chinese students linked to the Chinese Communist Party or studying sensitive subjects. This action follows concerns about intellectual property theft and espionage. Earlier, the Trump administration had also cited Harvard University's ties to China. Many Chinese students and researchers were found stealing technology for China.
China froths at Trump tariffs but has only itself to blame
Trade War: Amid escalating trade tensions, China vows to retaliate against the US after the latter's President Donald Trump threatened tariffs potentially reaching 104%. China has lodged a formal complaint with the WTO, accusing the US of violating trade rules. India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal criticizes China's economic ascent, alleging unfair trade practices since joining the WTO in 2001, impacting global economies.
Republican lawmakers pushing legislation to ban Chinese nationals from getting US student visas: Report
Republican lawmakers, led by US Representative Riley Moore, are pushing the Stop CCP Visas Act to ban student visas for Chinese nationals, citing national security concerns. Moore claims that the Chinese Communist Party exploits the US visa program to spy and steal intellectual property. The proposed bill aims to prevent such incidents by halting student visas for Chinese nationals.
Who is Yang Tengbo aka H6, the alleged Chinese spy with close ties to Britain's Prince Andrew?
British authorities are investigating businessman Yang Tengbo, also known as "H6," for alleged espionage linked to the Chinese Communist Party. Yang, who cultivated ties with Prince Andrew, denies wrongdoing. The case raises concerns about Chinese influence within the UK establishment and has prompted questions about national security.
Beyond Kotak, is there a China connection to the Hindenburg exposé on Adani?
Social media is rife with claims that the wife of Mark Elliot Kingdon, the man on whom the spotlight fell following Sebi's revelations, has had ties with the Chinese Communist Party and thus China could be another actor in the Hindenburg saga.
China has penetrated every sector, poses spy threat to UK, warns parliamentary panel
China's "whole-of-state" approach for spying with the use of state and non-state players poses the "greatest risk" to the UK, warns the House of Commons Intelligence and Security Committee. It asserts that China has successfully penetrated every sector of the UK's economy due to its size and national imperative to dominate the world as a technological and economic superpower.
Chinese spy base operating in Cuba for years: US official
The official who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive intelligence said that the spy base was an issue that the Biden administration had inherited from former US President Donald Trump, The New York Times reported. After Biden assumed office as US President, his administration was given details regarding the base and plans which China was considering to set up similar facilities around the world, according to official.
Xinhua: Eyes, ears and voice of China
The Xinhua agency covers all news and developments in foreign countries which could be of any significance for China and then forwards reports to China's Ministry of State Security. Furthermore, Xinhua journalists are trained to be able to identify news for the CCP leaders.
China harvesting 20% of world's data including from India
As the virtual private network (VPN) usage grows in countries like India to have a more secure and private Internet browsing experience, a new report has warned that Chinese government have access to massive sets of data like private emails, messenger conversations and personal records, as most of the VPNs being used are Chinese-owned, a new report has warned.
Banning of Chinese apps in India to loosen Communist party’s espionage work
The Chinese tech giants have been snooping into other economies and gathering illegitimate intel on the users, violating sovereignty, integrity, national security and public order of these nations. Thus, it became important for India to strike back by imposing ban on major Chinese apps alleged of compromised privacy rules.
TikTok deal must provide 'total security' and 'substantially' benefit US: Donald Trump
Microsoft is in talks to buy TikTok's American business, a forced sale after Trump threatened to ban the video-sharing platform, which claims 100 million US users and hundreds of millions globally.
US seeks new 'alliance of democracies' to take on authoritarian Chinese regime: Pompeo
Echoing President Donald Trump that the US has had "enough" with China, Pompeo announced "distrust and verify" as US' new rules of engagement with the Chinese Communist Party and called on all nations to insist on reciprocity, transparency and accountability from them.
Closure of more Chinese embassies 'possible', says Trump after Houston consulate shut down
The US move came amid a growing number of disputes between the two countries over Beijing's increasingly aggressive actions that have led Washington to take strong actions, including closing the consulate in Houston, according to senior Trump administration officials.
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