• Hacked Texts, Rare Earths, and Semiconductor Smackdown: US-China Tech War Heats Up!

  • Dec 21 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Hacked Texts, Rare Earths, and Semiconductor Smackdown: US-China Tech War Heats Up!

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  • This is your Beijing Bytes: US-China Tech War Updates podcast.

    Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Beijing Bytes, your go-to source for the latest on the US-China tech war. Let's dive right in because the past two weeks have been anything but quiet.

    First off, cybersecurity has been a hot topic. Just a few days ago, Deputy National Security Adviser Anne Neuberger revealed that at least eight U.S. telecom firms were hit by a sprawling Chinese hacking campaign, dubbed Salt Typhoon. This isn't just any hack; it gave Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of senior U.S. government officials and prominent political figures. The White House is on high alert, and Neuberger emphasized that impacted companies are still working to remove Chinese actors from their networks[2].

    But that's not all. The Biden administration has been busy tightening the screws on China's semiconductor industry. On December 2, the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security announced significant new export restrictions on semiconductor equipment and technology destined for China. These rules are designed to limit China's ability to produce advanced semiconductors, which the U.S. believes pose a substantial risk to national security[3].

    China didn't take long to retaliate. On December 3, Beijing imposed stringent export restrictions on critical minerals, including antimony, gallium, and germanium, specifically targeting the United States. This move is a direct response to the U.S. restrictions on advanced technologies and marks a new level of escalation in the tech trade war[1].

    So, what does this mean for both nations? The U.S. is trying to secure its critical technologies and limit China's military modernization, while China is targeting vulnerable U.S. supply chains. The strategic implications are clear: this tech war is about more than just semiconductors; it's about national security and global influence.

    Looking ahead, experts predict that this tit-for-tat will continue, with China likely to turn the tables on U.S. allies in Asia. The Daily Star notes that China will use Washington's technology weapons against its Asian neighbors in 2025, making this a global issue[5].

    In summary, the past two weeks have seen significant developments in the US-China tech war, from cybersecurity incidents to new tech restrictions and policy changes. Both nations are digging in, and the stakes are higher than ever. Stay tuned for more updates from Beijing Bytes. That's all for now. Thanks for tuning in.

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