The U.S. Treasury Department has claimed that a China state-sponsored actor was behind a cyber breach earlier this month. According to a letter to Congress, the breach resulted in the access of some of the U.S. Treasury Department's workstations. In this letter to the leadership of the Senate Banking Committee, the Treasury said that, based on available indicators, the incident has been attributed to a China state-sponsored advanced persistent threat actor. Watch in for more details!

US Treasury Department Claims Chinese Hack; Beijing Rejects Allegations Of Sponsoring Cyber Attacks

A journalist, Dong Yuyu, was jailed for seven years on Friday (Nov 29) for espionage, his family confirmed to BBC. The 62-year-old former state media journalist from China was detained in 2022 and was reportedly active in the journalism sector of the US and Japan and also used to regularly meet foreign diplomats.

China sentences state media journalist Dong Yuyu for 7 years in jail on spy charges

Russia, on Tuesday (Nov 26) expelled a British diplomat after accusing him of allegedly spying as tensions between London and Moscow increased after Ukraine used British weapons to strike inside Russia.

Russia expels British diplomat over alleged espionage

Chinese authorities have discovered secret underwater spy devices and concealed lighthouses embedded in the ocean floor. This revelation raises concerns about maritime security and espionage, as the findings suggest sophisticated surveillance operations. The discovery highlights the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, emphasizing the need for vigilance in monitoring underwater activities.

China Uncovers Underwater Spy Devices and Hidden Lighthouses on Ocean Floor

China has accused the United States of engaging in large-scale cyber espionage, alleging that U.S. intelligence agencies have been conducting widespread hacking operations targeting Chinese institutions. The accusation comes amid heightened tensions between the two nations, particularly in areas of technology and cybersecurity. Chinese officials claim that U.S. cyber activities have compromised sensitive information from government agencies, research institutions, and key industries. This marks the latest development in the ongoing cyber conflict between China and the U.S., further straining diplomatic relations. Both sides have traded similar allegations in the past, fueling concerns about the broader implications for global cybersecurity.

China Accuses U.S. Of Large -Scale Cyber Espionage

Boris Johnson, the colourful former prime minister, has claimed that Benjamin Netanyahu left a bugging device in his bathroom when the Israeli premier visited Britain in 2017, when BoJo was serving the foreign secretary.

Did Netanyahu install a bugging device in Boris Johnson's toilet? Ex-PM claims so in book

US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been found guilty of espionage by a Russian court and sentenced to 16 years in a high-security penal colony. Watch in for more details!

Russia jails US reporter Gershkovich for 16 years for 'espionage'

China is enforcing a new law on that allows national security authorities to inspect electronic devices on suspicion of espionage. Watch to know more.

China implements stricter espionage law for device check, enhances anti-espionage measures

32-year-old American journalist Evan Gershkovich trial began behind closed doors in Russia on Wednesday. It comes 15 months after he was arrested in the Euro Mountain City on Espionage charges Gershkovich faces up to 20 years in prison if the court finds him guilty.

Russia: Evan Gershkovich's trial begin; US journalist accused of espionage

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange will plead guilty to a felony charge in a deal with the US Justice Department that will free him and end his imprisonment in Britain, he is then expected to return home to Australia.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will plead guilty in deal with US

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange will plead guilty to a felony charge in a deal with the US Justice Department that will free him and end his imprisonment in Britain, he is then expected to return home to Australia

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to plead guilty in espionage act case in US court

Dutch capital Amsterdam has committed to removing cameras manufactured by Chinese companies from the European city, because of concerns over potential espionage and human rights violations.

Amsterdam to remove Chinese-made cameras over espionage and human rights concerns

Italian Senator Giulio Terzi di Sant'Agata has raised alarm over China's use of deepfake technology, espionage via Chinese-made devices, and the leveraging of its cultural institutions for propaganda purposes.

Italian Senator Giulio Terzi raises concerns over China using deepfakes, tech espionage

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been granted permission by a London court to appeal against his extradition to the United States on espionage charges. Watch in for more details!

Julian Assange wins right to appeal against extradition to US

At the beginning of his trial, a former German soldier acknowledged he had spied for Russia, claiming he did it to prevent the conflict in Ukraine from getting worse. "It was incorrect. "I maintain my stance," declared the accused, identified solely as Thomas H., who is at the core of multiple espionage investigations unearthed in Germany following Russia's aggression against Ukraine in February 2022.

Former German army officer admits to spying for Russia as trial opens in Berlin

#Gravitas | Europe is grappling with a wave of spy threats from China. In Germany, four alleged Chinese spies were arrested. In UK, two were charged for espionage.

China's Espionage Push in Europe | Spy suspects arrested in Germany, UK

Three Germans have been arrested on suspicion of working with the Chinese secret service to hand over technology that could be used for military purposes, potentially helping to strengthen China's navy, German officials said on Monday.

Germany arrests three people suspected of giving technology to China

There is a Chinese hacking group that has a history of spying on politicians and their staff around the world. It has been linked to several high-profile cyberattacks. We get you more details in this report.

US, UK sanction China-linked hackers for espionage

The United States government is reportedly considering a plea deal offer to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange but his lawyers in a statement have said that there are "no indication" Washington will move forward towards leniency against Assange.

Julian Assange's lawyers say 'no indication' of US considering dropping 18 espionage charges

A Bulgarian man living in the UK has been accused of being part of spy ring who attempted to collect information for Russia. He is the sixth person to be charged as part of an investigation into a suspected espionage plot, after five others were accused of carrying out surveillance for Vladimir Putin's regime last Autumn.

Sixth individual accused of Russian espionage in the UK

Sixth member of 'Russian spy ring' in Britain is charged with espionage

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the arrest of a US-Russian woman in Yekaterinburg on suspicion of treason and raising funds for the Ukrainian Army.

Russia's FSB arrests US-Russian woman for alleged treason, funding Ukrainian Army

An Indian embassy staff member posted in Moscow was arrested on January 28 from his native place in Uttar Pradesh for divulging sensitive Indian military information.

Espionage case: Indian embassy staff in Moscow fell prey to Pakistan ISI honey trap

As tensions between the US and China continue to rise, the latter has warned its citizens who are "military fans" against posting photos of things and objects considered sensitive.

'Cool hobby, but be very careful': China warns 'military fans' against posting photos of its military hardware

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