Chinese intelligence
MI5 Alert: Chinese Intelligence Agencies Target UK Lawmakers Through Fake LinkedIn Recruitment Schemes
Nov 20, 2025 02:08 am CST
MI5 has warned British lawmakers about sophisticated Chinese espionage operations using fake headhunting companies on LinkedIn to target politicians and officials. The security service identified two fraudulent recruitment accounts operated by Chinese intelligence agencies seeking to gather sensitive information about the UK, prompting the government to implement enhanced security measures and warning systems for political figures.
Inside the Rise of 'Sex Warfare': How Foreign Spies Target Silicon Valley Tech Companies
Oct 23, 2025 02:15 pm CST
Foreign intelligence agencies are increasingly targeting Silicon Valley through sophisticated "sex warfare" tactics, with Chinese and Russian operatives using romantic relationships to infiltrate tech companies and steal valuable trade secrets worth up to $600 billion annually. This growing espionage threat extends beyond honeypot operations to include startup competitions, covert investments, and recruitment of ordinary citizens as informal intelligence agents, creating significant security challenges for America's technology sector.
Understanding the Collapse of Britain's Chinese Espionage Case: Politics, Evidence and International Relations
Oct 16, 2025 02:59 am CST
Britain's prosecution of two men accused of spying for China unexpectedly collapsed in September 2024, sparking controversy over whether political considerations influenced the decision. The case highlights tensions between national security concerns and diplomatic relations, raising questions about the UK's approach to Chinese intelligence activities and the legal framework for prosecuting modern espionage under the century-old Official Secrets Act.