• The Cyber Showdown: US Dismantles China's Volt Typhoon as DeepSeek Sends Shockwaves Through Silicon Valley

  • Feb 18 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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The Cyber Showdown: US Dismantles China's Volt Typhoon as DeepSeek Sends Shockwaves Through Silicon Valley

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  • This is your Beijing Bytes: US-China Tech War Updates podcast.

    Hey there, I'm Ting, and let's dive right into the latest on the US-China tech war. Over the past two weeks, we've seen some significant developments that are reshaping the landscape of this high-stakes competition.

    First off, cybersecurity incidents have been making headlines. The Chinese state-backed hacker group Volt Typhoon was dismantled by the US after it gained control of hundreds of internet routers in the US to launch attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including water treatment plants and the electrical grid[2]. This isn't the first time China has been linked to such activities; remember the 2008 presidential campaign hacks? It's clear that China's cyber hacking efforts are no longer just about espionage but also about disrupting US networks and infrastructure.

    On the policy front, the US has introduced a stringent investment ban on China, effective January 2025, focusing on sensitive technologies like AI, semiconductors, and quantum computing[3]. This move is part of a broader strategy to curtail the flow of US capital and expertise into sectors that could bolster China's military capabilities or surveillance infrastructure. The Biden Administration formalized a regulatory framework targeting these investments, and these measures have garnered bipartisan support in Washington, though they've also sparked tensions with the Chinese government.

    In the tech world, DeepSeek, a Chinese AI start-up, has been making waves. OpenAI warned that Chinese companies were actively attempting to replicate its advanced AI models, and DeepSeek's emergence has sent shock waves through major American tech firms[1]. The White House is evaluating the impact of DeepSeek on national security, and investors have been selling tech stocks over concerns that this low-cost Chinese AI model could threaten the market dominance of US-based AI leaders.

    Meanwhile, China is pushing to cut its reliance on Nvidia, fueled by recent successes from DeepSeek and Unitree. The Chinese government has also launched an antitrust probe into Google after the US imposed 10% tariffs, further escalating tensions[1].

    Looking ahead, experts predict that these developments will have significant strategic implications for both nations. The US-China tech war is not just about economic dominance but also about national security and global influence. As we move forward, it's crucial to keep an eye on how these policies and incidents shape the future of this critical competition.

    That's the latest from the front lines of the US-China tech war. Stay tuned for more updates, and remember, in the world of cyber and tech, the landscape can change in a blink of an eye.

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