Two accused Chinese spies have been charged for a decade-long hacking campaign, but it’s unlikely either will face consequences.
They’re also accused of hacking military programs and networks, as well as stealing details of high-powered microwave and laser systems by hacking defence contractors.
The pair also allegedly targeted non-government organisations and individual dissidents, clergy, democratic and human rights activists in the US, China, Hong Kong and elsewhere. He said the second trend is “one that is perhaps less appreciated by the public and international partners”. He said many of the targeted industries were ones outlined in China’s 10-year plan for building its local technology industry.
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