The Epoch Times’ investigative reporter Nan Su discusses the hack, as well as interesting technology that somehow slips past President Biden’s Beijing technology ban.
At a time when tension between China and the United States is growing exponentially, it appears technology is playing a big part in it.
A new report reveals that hackers working with the Chinese People’s Liberation Army have reportedly intruded a number of computer systems within the United States, including ones that tie in with water, transportation, communications and power. It’s a part of the country’s Volt Typhoon cyber campaign, which the United States has been keeping a close eye on.
While the intrusions haven’t caused any problems just yet, a specific attack on systems in Hawaii could very well disrupt operations in the Pacific Fleet, if strong enough. For that matter, the strength of the campaign could continue if the tension doesn’t slow down anytime soon.
The U.S. government has been trying to keep better tabs on these attacks, including stronger monitoring and improvements to authentication methods. However, one interesting thing has slipped through the cracks.
Reuters has reported that Brite Semiconductor has managed to purchase U.S. software and somehow attain American financial backing, which, as a result, could override rules put in place by President Joe Biden to block American support for Beijing’s semiconductor industry. Could others possibly follow suit?
Joining us now to discuss this further is Nan Su, a senior investigative reporter for The Epoch Times. Nan is an expert in all things China, so he makes for an ideal person for this discussion. We welcome him to the show!
Q&A:
- First off, do you think the United States should be concerned by these latest hack attacks?
- Could Void Typhoon become much worse, as China possibly puts itself in a strategic position to sabotage certain operations in the United States?
- Where do you see the tension going between the U.S. and China as 2024 looms? Could there be a potential war between the two countries if things don’t simmer down soon?
- Speaking of concerns, Brite Semiconductor’s U.S. investors seem to be overriding rules put in place by President Biden regarding investments surrounding Beijing technology. Could this be a growing problem as others begin to invest?
- Could China possibly infiltrate other markets as well, even under the U.S. government’s watchful eye?
- Speaking of what’s going on with China, you recently contributed to a new Epoch Times documentary called The Final War. Tell us more about it and why it’s such a compelling subject with everything that’s happening right now.
- Where can we learn more about you and see your work over on The Epoch Times?
- You can visit our official website at http://www.theepochtimes.com. There are also various documentaries available over on Epoch TV.
About Nan Su:
Nan Su is a senior investigative reporter for the Epoch Times, with an eye and focus on Chinese politics and government deception. Nan is highly knowledgeable in a variety of subjects, including the Coronavirus and all things happening overseas. His reports have run on The Epoch Times for some time now and gained a following based on his expertise in delivering thorough results.
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