James Mulvenon
Foreign Espionage in Silicon Valley: Elon Musk Reacts to "Sex Warfare" Intelligence Report
Oct 24, 2025 12:54 pm CST
Elon Musk responds to reports of sophisticated espionage tactics targeting Silicon Valley tech companies, where Chinese and Russian operatives allegedly use romantic relationships to access sensitive information. US officials warn that these intelligence operations extend beyond casual flirtation to long-term relationships, marriages, and even raising families as cover for stealing technological secrets.
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.