Documents leaked on a public website show that China is hiring private hackers to obtain sensitive information from foreign companies and governments.
Tag: Espionage and Intelligence Services
Leaked Files Show the Secret World of China’s Hackers for Hire
China has increasingly turned to private companies in campaigns to hack foreign governments and control its domestic population.
U.S. Warns Allies Russia Could Put a Nuclear Weapon Into Orbit This Year
The American assessments are divided, however, and President Vladimir Putin denied having such an intention, saying that Russia was “categorically against” it.
Russian Pilot Who Defected to Ukraine Is Believed Dead in Spain
The apparent death in Spain of Maksim Kuzminov is likely to fuel speculation that it was the work of Russia’s intelligence services.
U.S. Disrupts Hacking Operation Led by Russian Intelligence
The disruption is part of a broader effort to stymie Russia’s cybercampaigns against the United States and its allies, including Ukraine.
FBI Director Wray Makes Secret Trip to Israel
Christopher A. Wray, whose agency has worked with Israeli authorities to pursue atrocities committed by Hamas, has made his first visit to Israel since the war began, the bureau disclosed.
Talks in Cairo Aim for a Deal to Halt Gaza War and Free Hostages
Israel, Hamas, the United States, Qatar and Egypt are involved in negotiations, which will go on for days. Officials called them promising, but an accord did not seem imminent.
Canadian Is Sentenced to 14 Years for Passing Along State Secrets
Cameron Ortis was convicted of passing state secrets to men under police investigation, but his motives remain unknown. He said it was all part of an international mission he could not disclose.
Pigeon Was Cleared of Being a Chinese Spy, but Served 8 Months Anyway
Birds, be careful: Loitering at an Indian port with a microchip on your leg can make people nervous and get you locked up.
War in Ukraine Has Weakened Putin, C.I.A. Director Writes
William J. Burns says Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has created recruiting opportunities for the spy agency and ushered in a new era.