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This is your Tech Shield: US vs China Updates podcast.
Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China-hacking expert. Buckle up for a wild ride through this week's US-China cyber showdown!
So, the Department of Justice dropped a bombshell on Wednesday, indicting 12 Chinese nationals and a company for some serious hacking shenanigans. We're talking about targeting US government agencies, critical infrastructure, and even stealing data from the defense industrial base. Talk about going for the jugular!
But wait, there's more! Two of these hackers, Zhou Shuai and Yin Kecheng, are part of the infamous Silk Typhoon group. Remember that Treasury breach late last year? Yeah, that was them. The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control didn't waste any time slapping sanctions on these two troublemakers.
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the room - or should I say, the dragon? The Chinese Communist Party has been keeping these cyber criminals on a tight leash, using them as their digital attack dogs. It's like they're playing a high-stakes game of Pokemon GO, but instead of catching Pikachus, they're snagging sensitive data.
But fear not, fellow netizens! The US isn't taking this lying down. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has been working overtime to beef up our defenses. They've been detecting and evicting Chinese actors from our networks faster than you can say "firewall."
Speaking of firewalls, the FCC is also joining the party. Chairman Brendan Carr announced they're investigating whether some Chinese tech companies are still operating in the US despite being on the naughty list. Huawei, ZTE, and others, I'm looking at you!
On the tech front, we're seeing some exciting developments. The National Institute of Standards and Technology is cooking up new guidance on secure software deployment. It's like they're writing a cookbook for cybersecurity, and I can't wait to see what's on the menu!
But here's the kicker - the US government is putting its money where its mouth is. A whopping $100 billion of annual IT procurement is being leveraged to drive companies towards more secure software development practices. It's like they're dangling a carrot made of gold in front of tech companies, saying, "Come on, build better stuff!"
Now, I know what you're thinking - "Ting, this all sounds great, but is it enough?" Well, according to Dr. Samantha Ravich, chair of the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation, we're making progress, but there's still work to do. She says, "While these measures are a step in the right direction, we need to stay vigilant. The cyber landscape is ever-evolving, and so must our defenses."
So there you have it, folks! It's been a rollercoaster week in the world of US-China cyber relations. Remember, in this digital age, the best offense is a good defense. Stay safe out there, and keep those firewalls burning!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China-hacking expert. Buckle up for a wild ride through this week's US-China cyber showdown!
So, the Department of Justice dropped a bombshell on Wednesday, indicting 12 Chinese nationals and a company for some serious hacking shenanigans. We're talking about targeting US government agencies, critical infrastructure, and even stealing data from the defense industrial base. Talk about going for the jugular!
But wait, there's more! Two of these hackers, Zhou Shuai and Yin Kecheng, are part of the infamous Silk Typhoon group. Remember that Treasury breach late last year? Yeah, that was them. The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control didn't waste any time slapping sanctions on these two troublemakers.
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the room - or should I say, the dragon? The Chinese Communist Party has been keeping these cyber criminals on a tight leash, using them as their digital attack dogs. It's like they're playing a high-stakes game of Pokemon GO, but instead of catching Pikachus, they're snagging sensitive data.
But fear not, fellow netizens! The US isn't taking this lying down. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has been working overtime to beef up our defenses. They've been detecting and evicting Chinese actors from our networks faster than you can say "firewall."
Speaking of firewalls, the FCC is also joining the party. Chairman Brendan Carr announced they're investigating whether some Chinese tech companies are still operating in the US despite being on the naughty list. Huawei, ZTE, and others, I'm looking at you!
On the tech front, we're seeing some exciting developments. The National Institute of Standards and Technology is cooking up new guidance on secure software deployment. It's like they're writing a cookbook for cybersecurity, and I can't wait to see what's on the menu!
But here's the kicker - the US government is putting its money where its mouth is. A whopping $100 billion of annual IT procurement is being leveraged to drive companies towards more secure software development practices. It's like they're dangling a carrot made of gold in front of tech companies, saying, "Come on, build better stuff!"
Now, I know what you're thinking - "Ting, this all sounds great, but is it enough?" Well, according to Dr. Samantha Ravich, chair of the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation, we're making progress, but there's still work to do. She says, "While these measures are a step in the right direction, we need to stay vigilant. The cyber landscape is ever-evolving, and so must our defenses."
So there you have it, folks! It's been a rollercoaster week in the world of US-China cyber relations. Remember, in this digital age, the best offense is a good defense. Stay safe out there, and keep those firewalls burning!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
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By Quiet. PleaseThis is your Tech Shield: US vs China Updates podcast.
Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China-hacking expert. Buckle up for a wild ride through this week's US-China cyber showdown!
So, the Department of Justice dropped a bombshell on Wednesday, indicting 12 Chinese nationals and a company for some serious hacking shenanigans. We're talking about targeting US government agencies, critical infrastructure, and even stealing data from the defense industrial base. Talk about going for the jugular!
But wait, there's more! Two of these hackers, Zhou Shuai and Yin Kecheng, are part of the infamous Silk Typhoon group. Remember that Treasury breach late last year? Yeah, that was them. The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control didn't waste any time slapping sanctions on these two troublemakers.
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the room - or should I say, the dragon? The Chinese Communist Party has been keeping these cyber criminals on a tight leash, using them as their digital attack dogs. It's like they're playing a high-stakes game of Pokemon GO, but instead of catching Pikachus, they're snagging sensitive data.
But fear not, fellow netizens! The US isn't taking this lying down. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has been working overtime to beef up our defenses. They've been detecting and evicting Chinese actors from our networks faster than you can say "firewall."
Speaking of firewalls, the FCC is also joining the party. Chairman Brendan Carr announced they're investigating whether some Chinese tech companies are still operating in the US despite being on the naughty list. Huawei, ZTE, and others, I'm looking at you!
On the tech front, we're seeing some exciting developments. The National Institute of Standards and Technology is cooking up new guidance on secure software deployment. It's like they're writing a cookbook for cybersecurity, and I can't wait to see what's on the menu!
But here's the kicker - the US government is putting its money where its mouth is. A whopping $100 billion of annual IT procurement is being leveraged to drive companies towards more secure software development practices. It's like they're dangling a carrot made of gold in front of tech companies, saying, "Come on, build better stuff!"
Now, I know what you're thinking - "Ting, this all sounds great, but is it enough?" Well, according to Dr. Samantha Ravich, chair of the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation, we're making progress, but there's still work to do. She says, "While these measures are a step in the right direction, we need to stay vigilant. The cyber landscape is ever-evolving, and so must our defenses."
So there you have it, folks! It's been a rollercoaster week in the world of US-China cyber relations. Remember, in this digital age, the best offense is a good defense. Stay safe out there, and keep those firewalls burning!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China-hacking expert. Buckle up for a wild ride through this week's US-China cyber showdown!
So, the Department of Justice dropped a bombshell on Wednesday, indicting 12 Chinese nationals and a company for some serious hacking shenanigans. We're talking about targeting US government agencies, critical infrastructure, and even stealing data from the defense industrial base. Talk about going for the jugular!
But wait, there's more! Two of these hackers, Zhou Shuai and Yin Kecheng, are part of the infamous Silk Typhoon group. Remember that Treasury breach late last year? Yeah, that was them. The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control didn't waste any time slapping sanctions on these two troublemakers.
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the room - or should I say, the dragon? The Chinese Communist Party has been keeping these cyber criminals on a tight leash, using them as their digital attack dogs. It's like they're playing a high-stakes game of Pokemon GO, but instead of catching Pikachus, they're snagging sensitive data.
But fear not, fellow netizens! The US isn't taking this lying down. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has been working overtime to beef up our defenses. They've been detecting and evicting Chinese actors from our networks faster than you can say "firewall."
Speaking of firewalls, the FCC is also joining the party. Chairman Brendan Carr announced they're investigating whether some Chinese tech companies are still operating in the US despite being on the naughty list. Huawei, ZTE, and others, I'm looking at you!
On the tech front, we're seeing some exciting developments. The National Institute of Standards and Technology is cooking up new guidance on secure software deployment. It's like they're writing a cookbook for cybersecurity, and I can't wait to see what's on the menu!
But here's the kicker - the US government is putting its money where its mouth is. A whopping $100 billion of annual IT procurement is being leveraged to drive companies towards more secure software development practices. It's like they're dangling a carrot made of gold in front of tech companies, saying, "Come on, build better stuff!"
Now, I know what you're thinking - "Ting, this all sounds great, but is it enough?" Well, according to Dr. Samantha Ravich, chair of the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation, we're making progress, but there's still work to do. She says, "While these measures are a step in the right direction, we need to stay vigilant. The cyber landscape is ever-evolving, and so must our defenses."
So there you have it, folks! It's been a rollercoaster week in the world of US-China cyber relations. Remember, in this digital age, the best offense is a good defense. Stay safe out there, and keep those firewalls burning!
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta