- State cybersecurity agencies around the world are advising extra care over home routers as they could be used in 'China-nexus' covert networks 2026-04-29 11:28 PC Gamer Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Just a month after the FCC banned foreign consumer-grade routers that lack the special permissions to be sold, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency ( …
- China's cyberspace regulator warns ByteDance apps, website over AI-content labelling 2026-04-29 06:01 Asiaone BEIJING — China's cyberspace administrator has ordered ByteDance's video editing apps Jianying and Maoxiang, and website Jimeng AI, to comply with rules on labelling AI-generated content, the Cyberspace Administration of China said in a statement …
- US Pivots To China In Cyber Operations Strategy 2026-04-29 04:00 Ommcom News Washington: The United States is sharpening its military focus on China as its primary long-term strategic challenge, with senior commanders warning that cyber capabilities and special operations forces will be critical in maintaining an edge in an …
- China builds cyber legal framework with over 180 laws, regulations 2026-04-28 21:58 Xinhua News Agency BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- China has basically established a complete legal system tailored to the development of the internet, with more than 180 cyber-related laws and regulations enacted as of December 2025, according to a national report. The report …
- China’s cyberspace regulator warns ByteDance apps, website over AI-content labelling 2026-04-28 10:27 KDKE - Minnesota BEIJING, April 28 (Reuters) – China’s cyberspace administrator has ordered ByteDance’s video editing apps Jianying and Maoxiang, and website Jimeng AI, to comply with rules on labelling AI-generated content, the Cyberspace Administration of China said …
- MP’s website hit with suspected cyber attack ‘traceable to China’ 2026-04-28 09:51 The Press Sir David Davis warned the attack was “a direct interference with a Member of Parliament carrying out his duties”, as he told the Commons his website “was hit with 142 million requests, consuming nearly 800 gigabytes (GB) of data”. The Goole and …
- Phony whistleblowers, fake journalists and cyber spies: ICIJ network targeted after China Targets probe 2026-04-28 00:58 ICIJ In May 2025, Kuochun Hung, the chief operating officer of the Taiwanese media outlet Watchout, received an email from someone purporting to be Yi-Shan Chen, a well-regarded local reporter. “Chen” claimed to be working for the International Consortium of …
- MP’s website sees cyberattack ‘traceable to China’, sending users to gambling pages 2026-04-28 00:00 The Independent Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …
- Hacker who allegedly carried out cyberattacks for China is extradited to US 2026-04-27 19:00 TechCrunch A man accused of carrying out cyberattacks on behalf of the Chinese government has been extradited to the United States, and faces over a decade in prison if convicted. Last year, the U.S. Justice Department accused Xu Zewei of working as a contractor for …
- Pune Crime Files: How raid on plush villa unearthed cyber crime links based in Nepal, China 2026-04-27 14:37 The Indian Express In mid-October of 2024, teams from the then newly established Cyber Crime police station of Pimpri Chinchwad fanned out across Lonavala, inspecting hundreds of private villas. After checking more than 1,000 properties, they finally found what they were …
- China’s top diplomat visits Naypyidaw; Two Chinese charged by US for cyber scams in Myanmar 2026-04-27 02:53 Democratic Voice of Burma Military retakes control of Chin State’s Falam town The military regained control of Falam, the second largest town in Chin State after the capital Hakha, from the Chin resistance on Saturday. Salai Timmy Htut, the Chin Brotherhood spokesperson, declined …
- China, Thailand unite against online cyberscams 2026-04-25 06:06 The Pioneer Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Friday during a visit aimed at strengthening the countries’ strategic partnership and expanding cooperation. The two agreed to strengthen collaboration in fighting …
- CISA, UK NCSC Warn of China-Linked Covert Cyber Networks in New Advisory 2026-04-25 03:43 Executive Gov The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre have issued a joint advisory warning of covert networks of compromised devices linked to Chinese state-sponsored cyber actors. The growing concern over China …
- Covert Networks and Cyber Espionage: The Rising Threat of China-Linked Actors 2026-04-25 03:01 The Edvocate The landscape of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, and recent advisories from major global cybersecurity agencies have shed light on a particularly alarming trend: the use of covert networks by actors linked to China for espionage and offensive …
- China-nexus cyber actors' are turning routers and IoT infrastructure into covert botnets 'at scale' – NCSC, Five Eyes, and others warn of campaign involving Typhoon-designated groups 2026-04-24 18:23 TechRadar Pro Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Tech Radar Pro Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to the TechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! You are …
- 15 Cyber Agencies Issue Joint Warning on China-Linked Covert Botnet Threat 2026-04-24 16:54 BeInCrypto The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and 15 international partners issued a joint advisory. It warns that China-linked threat actors are hiding attacks behind networks of compromised everyday internet devices. The advisory details a major tactical …
- China disguises cyberattacks with ‘covert network’ botnets, US and allies warn 2026-04-24 13:53 Cybersecurity Dive Hackers working for the Chinese government are increasingly hiding their attacks behind ready-made networks of hacked routers and other networking equipment, the U.S. and several allies said on Thursday. Attackers’ use of these so-called covert networks is …
- China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyberagencies warn 2026-04-24 12:04 The Straits Times LONDON – International cyberagencies urged organisations on April 23 to better defend against covert networks used by China-linked hackers to conceal malicious cyberactivity, according to Britain’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). The NCSC published …
- Hackers Abuse Compromised Routers to Hide China-Linked Cyber Operations 2026-04-24 11:34 Cyber Security News A new and fast-moving cyber threat has emerged, where hackers linked to China are quietly building large networks of compromised routers and edge devices to carry out covert cyber operations against organisations around the world. Rather than setting up …
- China’s Silent Cyber Army Hijacks Everyday Devices to Breach Western Defenses 2026-04-24 10:03 Sri Lanka Guardian Chinese state-linked hackers are increasingly weaponizing everyday consumer devices such as home internet routers and even smart refrigerators to conduct sophisticated cyber attacks against Western nations, according to a joint warning from leading global …
- China-Linked Cyber Actors Shift Tactics, Use ‘Covert Networks,’ CISA Says 2026-04-23 22:03 MeriTalk - Virginia In the latest warning about the cybersecurity threat posed by China, U.S. officials are advising cyber defenders on how to combat what they call a major shift in tactics by Beijing-affiliated groups. An April 23 cybersecurity advisory from the …
- China-linked hackers using new techniques to hide cyber attacks, security agencies warn 2026-04-23 19:37 The News International Hacking attempts and massive data breach are at surge worldwide.Recently, international cyber agencies on Thursday urged organizations to better defend against covert networks used by China-linked hackers to conceal malicious cyber activity, according to …
- Why Anthropic’s Mythos has energised China’s cybersecurity industry 2026-04-23 13:34 South China Morning Post In the second of a three-part series on Anthropic’s powerful Mythos artificial intelligence model, we examine the effect it has had on China’s cybersecurity and finance industries. US start-up Anthropic’s new AI model, Claude Mythos Preview, has drawn …
- Cyber agencies warn organisations to guard against China-linked covert networks 2026-04-23 13:24 KDAL - Minnesota LONDON, April 23 (Reuters) – International cyber agencies on Thursday urged organisations to better defend against covert networks used by China-linked hackers to conceal malicious cyber activity, according to Britain’s National Cyber Security …
- China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyber agencies warn 2026-04-23 12:31 Yahoo News LONDON, April 23 (Reuters) - International cyber agencies on Thursday urged organisations to better defend against covert networks used by China-linked hackers to conceal malicious cyber activity, according to Britain's National Cyber Security Centre …
- Cyber agencies warn of China-linked covert networks 2026-04-23 12:29 News.Az Cybersecurity agencies from multiple countries have issued a joint warning urging organizations to strengthen defenses against covert networks allegedly used by China-linked hackers to hide malicious activity. Britain’s National Cyber Security Centre said …
- China urges EU to heed concerns regarding cyber law revision, reserves right to act 2026-04-23 09:57 Xinhua News Agency BEIJING, April 23 (Xinhua) -- China has formally submitted comments to the European Commission on a draft revision of the European Union (EU)'s Cybersecurity Act, expressing its official stance and serious concerns, China's Ministry of Commerce …
- Most serious cyberattacks against the U.K. now from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief says 2026-04-22 14:16 CTV News
- Brits facing wave of cyberattacks from Russia, China and Iran as World War III ramps up 2026-04-22 14:14 Daily Star Brits are set to experience cyberattacks (stock) Brits could be facing a “perfect storm” of major cyber attacks, as experts warn hits on national infrastructure are now the “home front” for global conflicts. Dr Richard Horne, of the National Cyber Security …
- With Russia and China launching regular attacks, UK must start taking cyber defence seriously 2026-04-22 14:10 The Scotsman Artificial intelligence and quantum computers are set to make cyberattacks even more effective “We are living through the most seismic geopolitical shift in modern history.” The warning to be sounded at the annual CyberUK conference in Glasgow today by Dr …
- Anthropic’s Mythos is stoking cybersecurity fears. What does it mean for China? 2026-04-22 13:20 South China Morning Post In the first of a three-part series on Anthropic’s new powerful Mythos AI model, we look at its impact on Chinese AI, cybersecurity and competition with the US. US start-up Anthropic announced its latest artificial intelligence model Claude Mythos Preview …
- Economy minister meets China cyberspace chief, highlights digital hub ambitions 2026-04-22 08:59 Georgia Today The Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Mariam Kvrivishvili, met with the Director of the Cyberspace Administration of the People’s Republic of China, Zhuang Rongwen. The Ministry says the sides discussed the strategic partnership …
- UK Says Iran, China Drive Regular Significant Cyberattacks 2026-04-22 05:18 Insurance Journal Hackers linked to foreign governments are now behind the majority of “nationally significant” cyberattacks targeting the UK, the country’s top cybersecurity official is set to warn. Richard Horne, chief executive officer of the National Cyber Security …
- Iran, Russia and China behind most major cyberattacks targeting UK, security chief warns 2026-04-22 02:50 The Independent Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …
- Most serious cyberattacks against the UK now from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief will say 2026-04-22 01:14 SRN News Audio By Carbonatix GLASGOW, Scotland (AP) — The most serious cyberattacks in the U.K. are now carried out by hostile nations including Russia, Iran and China, the head of the U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will say in a speech Wednesday. …
- Britain faces ‘perfect storm’ of AI-powered threats from Russia, Iran and China, cyber chief warns 2026-04-21 22:42 The Sun BRITAIN faces a “perfect storm” for major hack attacks, the head of the country’s cyber agency will warn today. Dr Richard Horne, of the National Cyber Security Centre, said attacks on national infrastructure are now the “home front” for global conflicts …
- China influencer tricked into Cambodia cyber scam recounts ordeal but live-stream was cut short 2026-04-21 07:56 South China Morning Post A Chinese influencer’s live-stream recounting how she was lured to Cambodia and forced into a cyber scam operation was abruptly cut off, shortly before her social media account was banned. The 20-year-old, known online as Umi, is a live-stream host from …
- China voices grave concern over draft revision of EU Cybersecurity Act 2026-04-20 14:34 Xinhua News Agency BEIJING, April 20 (Xinhua) -- China has expressed grave concern over a draft revision of the European Union (EU)'s Cybersecurity Act, stating that it politicizes trade and economic issues and overstretches the concept of security, the Ministry of …
- China criticizes EU's proposed revision of its Cybersecurity Act 2026-04-20 12:29 China Daily China has voiced strong opposition to the European Union's proposed revision of its Cybersecurity Act, warning that the draft could politicize trade, disrupt global supply chains and undermine bilateral economic ties, the Ministry of Commerce said on …
- China threatens EU firms over cybersecurity plans targeting Chinese companies 2026-04-20 12:28 South China Morning Post China will hit EU firms with reciprocal measures if the bloc targets Chinese firms as planned under its proposed cybersecurity regulations, Beijing has warned. In a 30-page document submitted to the European Commission on Friday, China’s commerce ministry …
- Cyberfraud in Southeast Asia: A New Battleground for the US and China? 2026-04-20 06:58 Fulcrum China and the US have logical reasons to work together to tackle the scourge of cyberfraud in Southeast Asia. The problem, however, is that their geopolitical rivalry gets in the way. Cyberfraud and the proliferation of massive online scam centres are …
- UP Police bust inter-state cyber gang in Bareilly with links to Nepal, China; arrests 5 2026-04-19 10:33 The Economic Times Uttar Pradesh Police has unearthed an inter-state cyber fraud syndicate with suspected links to operators based in Nepal and connections to Chinese handlers, arresting five people from Bareilly district, officials said on Sunday. The police arrested -- …
- China-Linked Cyber Crime Network Expands as Arrests Mount in Sri Lanka 2026-04-16 08:01 Sri Lanka Guardian Sri Lankan authorities have arrested another group of Chinese nationals suspected of engaging in cyber-related financial crimes, intensifying concerns about a growing network of foreign cyber criminals operating within the country. The latest arrests took …
- China police detain man accused of cyberbullying Olympian Quan Hongchan – state media 2026-04-12 03:00 Hong Kong Free Press Police in southern China detained a 31-year-old man accused of repeatedly insulting an athlete online, identified by Chinese state media as triple Olympic diving champion Quan Hongchan. Quan Hongchan. Photo: Wikicommons via CC2.0. Quan recently revealed in …
- China police detain man accused of cyberbullying Olympian: state media 2026-04-10 20:57 The Peninsula Beijing, China: Police in southern China detained a 31-year-old man accused of repeatedly insulting an athlete online, identified by Chinese state media as triple Olympic diving champion Quan Hongchan. Quan recently revealed in a tearful interview that she …
- China police detain and fine man behind cyberbullying of Olympian Quan Hongchan 2026-04-10 18:15 South China Morning Post Police in southern China have detained and fined a man accused of the systematic cyberbullying of triple Olympic diving champion Quan Hongchan, state media reported on Friday. The 19-year-old, who won gold at the Tokyo Games in 2021 when she was just 14 …
- In Other News: Cyberattack Stings Stryker, Windows Zero-Day, China Supercomputer Hack 2026-04-10 14:44 SecurityWeek SecurityWeek’s weekly cybersecurity news roundup offers a concise overview of important developments that may not receive full standalone coverage but remain relevant to the broader threat landscape. This curated summary highlights key stories across …
- Philip Martell: America is losing the cyber war with China it won’t admit it’s fighting 2026-04-10 02:40 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Pennsylvania
- Taiwan Says China Shifting To Hybrid Espionage Strategy, Election Interference, Cyberattacks 2026-04-10 02:17 International Business Times Singapore National Security Bureau warns China targeting lower-ranking military personnel. Tsai Ming-yen says infiltration tactics becoming systematic and expanded. Taiwan reports surge in cyberattacks and disinformation ahead of elections. Strategy combines …
- Too Fun to Check: China Suffers Massive Cyberwar Defeat? 2026-04-10 01:02 Hot Air Hey, it wasn't us! We swear! Blame, er ... "FlamingChina," a hacker group that discovered just how poor Beijing's opsec in cyberspace actually is. Or so CNN reports, anyway. Frankly, this sounds like an Uno reverse replay of the Barack …