• Volt Typhoon Zapped, Salt Typhoon Hacked, and Trump Slaps Back! US-China Tech Drama Heats Up

  • Mar 4 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Volt Typhoon Zapped, Salt Typhoon Hacked, and Trump Slaps Back! US-China Tech Drama Heats Up

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

    Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Ting here, your go-to gal for all things China, cyber, and hacking. Buckle up, because the past two weeks have been a wild ride in the US-China tech showdown, and I'm here to break it down for you.

    Let's start with the bombshell that dropped just hours ago: President Trump slapped another 10% tariff on Chinese imports, bringing the total to a whopping 20%. China's Ministry of Commerce wasted no time in firing back, vowing to adopt countermeasures. It's like watching a high-stakes game of economic ping-pong, and we're all holding our breath to see where the ball lands next.

    But wait, there's more! The cyber realm has been buzzing with activity. Remember Volt Typhoon, that sneaky Chinese state-backed hacker group? Well, the US just announced they've dismantled their operation, which had been using hundreds of compromised US routers to launch attacks on critical infrastructure. Talk about a close call!

    And it's not just infrastructure at risk. Salt Typhoon, another Chinese hacker group, has been caught with their hands in the cookie jar, breaching at least nine US telecom networks. They've been snooping on everything from government officials' phones to corporate secrets. Even the big man himself, Donald Trump, and his running mate JD Vance weren't safe from their prying eyes.

    But China's not taking these accusations lying down. Their national cybersecurity agency just pointed the finger at a US intelligence agency, accusing them of cyberattacks on two Chinese tech firms. It's like a never-ending game of "No, you did it first!"

    On the policy front, the Biden administration's data security executive order from last year is still sending shockwaves through the tech world. Companies are scrambling to comply, and it's putting a serious damper on cross-border data flows.

    Looking ahead, experts are warning that this tech tug-of-war could have some serious consequences. Anne Neuberger, the US Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technologies, thinks China's espionage program is just getting started. And with the US presidential election coming up, you can bet both sides will be on high alert for any digital shenanigans.

    But it's not all doom and gloom. The tech industry is nothing if not resilient. Chinese companies have been pouring billions into developing their own semiconductor ecosystem, and US firms are exploring new markets and partnerships to offset the impact of these restrictions.

    As we move forward, one thing's for sure: the US-China tech rivalry is far from over. It's shaping up to be a long, complex battle that'll keep us techies on our toes for years to come. So stay tuned, keep your firewalls up, and maybe think twice before clicking on that suspicious email from "totally_not_a_hacker@definitely-legit.cn"!

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