Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Overtakes ChatGPT in Monthly Growth, Signals Shifting AI Landscape
DeepSeek has emerged as the fastest-growing AI tool globally, surpassing ChatGPT with 524.7 million new visits in February 2025. The Chinese startup's cost-effective approach and rapid market share growth signals increasing global acceptance of Chinese AI solutions.
U.S. Defense Research Projects Found Using Sanctioned Chinese Supercomputers
A shocking investigation reveals over 100 Pentagon and Department of Energy research projects utilized Chinese government supercomputers despite sanctions. The projects, conducted through U.S. national laboratories, raise concerns about technology transfer to China's military programs through regulatory loopholes.
China's Military Advances: Combat Robots to be Armed with Devastating Thermobaric Weapons
Chinese military researchers propose equipping autonomous combat robots with thermobaric weapons for urban warfare, signaling an alarming escalation in lethal autonomous weapons development. The PLA's initiative aims to overcome conventional weapons' limitations in complex urban environments, raising serious humanitarian concerns.
Chinese State-Backed Hackers Breach Belgian Intelligence Agency Through Email Security Flaw
Chinese hackers infiltrated Belgium's State Security Service over two years, accessing 10% of staff emails through a Barracuda system vulnerability. While classified data remained protected, the breach exposed sensitive HR information during a critical recruitment period.
China's Cyber Offensive: State-Backed Hacking Groups Show Unprecedented Sophistication
Chinese state-sponsored cyber operations have surged 150% in 2024, with specialized groups like Salt Typhoon targeting critical infrastructure and telecom networks. The dramatic evolution in capabilities and stealth tactics signals China's strategic focus on maintaining persistent network access for potential military advantages.
AI Robot's Unexpected Movement at Festival Raises Safety Concerns
A humanoid robot's sudden lunge toward spectators at a Chinese festival has ignited debates about AI safety protocols. While no injuries occurred, the incident has experts calling for enhanced safety measures as human-robot interactions become increasingly common.
Massive Chinese-Linked Botnet Targets Microsoft 365 Authentication Vulnerability
A sophisticated botnet of 130,000+ compromised devices is exploiting Microsoft 365's basic authentication to bypass MFA protections. The password-spraying campaign, potentially linked to Chinese threat actors, targets non-interactive sign-ins across multiple sectors globally.
TP-Link Routers Under US Government Scrutiny: Security Concerns and Consumer Impact
US government agencies are investigating TP-Link over potential security vulnerabilities and Chinese state influence, despite the company's recent restructuring efforts. The investigation raises important questions about cybersecurity, geopolitical tensions, and consumer trust in router manufacturers.
FBI Issues Urgent Warning About Nationwide Toll Payment Text Scam
The FBI warns iPhone and Android users about a sophisticated phishing scam involving fake toll payment texts linked to Chinese criminal groups. Users are urged to delete suspicious messages immediately as the scam has already affected thousands across multiple states.
Critical Security Flaws Exposed in DeepSeek iOS App, Enterprises Urged to Ban Usage
A comprehensive security assessment by NowSecure reveals multiple critical vulnerabilities in the popular DeepSeek iOS app, including unencrypted data transmission and exposure of sensitive information. The findings have prompted urgent calls for enterprise-wide bans as user data faces potential risks from servers in China.