Study: There are now more Chinese migrants than Dominicans in New York City
Changes in New York City’s Immigrant Demographics For the first time, the count of Chinese immigrants surpasses that of Dominican-born residents in New York City, as noted in a recent report. The city’s Department of City Planning revealed that there are now over 397,000 Chinese-born residents, marking a 5 percent increase since 2013. This group […]
Chinese Agents Found Using ChatGPT to Affect U.S. Policy Discussions
OpenAI Bans Accounts Linked to Chinese Influence Campaigns OpenAI has recently suspended accounts tied to Chinese operatives who allegedly used ChatGPT to conduct social media influence campaigns focused on U.S. discussions around tariffs and AI data centers. A report mentioned that, although the banned campaign did not manage to gain much traction online, it highlights […]
DOJ reveals the seizure of 13 internet domains run by alleged Chinese intelligence agents
FBI Seizes Domains Linked to Chinese Espionage Efforts Recently, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reported that it has taken control of 13 websites believed to be operated by Chinese agents. These sites were allegedly used to recruit former and current U.S. officials with security clearance. According to sources, individuals behind these platforms posed as […]
Pentagon Prohibits EV Leader BYD from Defense Contracts Due to Links with Chinese Military
The Pentagon has officially added Alibaba, BYD, and Baidu to a list preventing these companies from securing U.S. defense contracts due to their connections to the Chinese military. This action stems from the 2021 “Chinese Military Enterprises” List, or 1260H List, which was established under the National Defense Authorization Act. The companies included are believed […]
Advanced self-operating ships deployed near San Diego to monitor Chinese phantom fleets
New Autonomous Fleet Launched to Track China’s Ghost Ships A new fleet of autonomous boats, supported by the US Navy, has been deployed off California’s coast to locate China’s elusive ghost ships. Developed by the San Diego-based startup Seasats, these boats can carry out intelligence, reconnaissance, and surveillance tasks at sea without any human crew […]
Candidate supported by Mamdani promoted bizarre COVID-19 theory propagated by Chinese communists
Candidacy and Controversy A far-left candidate running for office, who is backed by Mayor Zoran Mamdani, has endorsed a particularly unusual theory regarding the origins of COVID-19, suggesting it first emerged in France. She referenced the Chinese Communist Party’s narratives as her source. Candidate Daria Lisa Avila Chevalier shared this odd assertion in a tweet […]
Microsoft introduces a program for Chinese tech startups, raising concerns about close ties with Beijing: ‘Makes no sense’
Microsoft’s Secretive Support for Chinese Startups Raises Concerns Microsoft is reportedly involved in launching an incubator aimed at enhancing Chinese startups utilizing advanced AI technologies. This initiative has sparked renewed worries in Washington regarding the company’s growing ties with Beijing. When the Shenzhen Global Expansion Center was introduced last month, local officials from the Communist […]
Taiwan coast guard removes 4 Chinese ships from protected waters
Coast Guard Tensions Between Taiwan and China Taiwan’s Coast Guard recently reported the expulsion of four Chinese vessels that had entered restricted waters near Taiwan’s southwestern coast. The backdrop of this incident is a long-standing claim by China that Taiwan—an independent democracy—belongs to its territory. This assertion continues to stir regional tensions and draw global […]
Inexpensive Chinese vehicles: A hidden threat to US security?
Concerns Over Chinese Automakers in Washington and Detroit Many Americans believe the main issue is simply cheaper cars from China. However, the reality is that lower costs are just one aspect of a larger scenario in which Chinese companies like BYD are not just manufacturing vehicles; they’re also creating an entire ecosystem that incorporates batteries, […]
U.S. citizen admits to espionage for Chinese intelligence in America
An American man has confessed to collaborating for years with Chinese intelligence, assisting in collecting information on U.S. targets and trying to sway American politics, according to federal authorities. Thomas Weir Poken II, 50, entered a guilty plea on Thursday for operating on behalf of the People’s Republic of China without alerting the attorney general, […]