Wednesday, March 15, 2023

UK: No More Mr. Nice Guy, Spy

The day's headlines
• UK intelligence ramps up efforts to counter Russian spies
• MI5 to establish new security agency to counter Chinese hacking, espionage


According to the report, a new department of national security will be established within MI-5. Its goal will be to advise companies, research organizations, and universities that may be victims of industrial espionage. In addition, private and public entities will be able to contact the new body for advice on how to interact with partners from China and or how to safely use Chinese-made equipment...

London is also preparing to announce a $24 million increase in BBC funding to counter Chinese and Russian disinformation in vulnerable countries. In addition, funding for a Chinese language training program for UK diplomats will be doubled. more