In a recent development, authorities from the Chinese mainland have released a report challenging the legitimacy of the \"Volt Typhoon\" cyber threat narrative. According to the investigation, the narrative is a misinformation and public opinion manipulation campaign orchestrated by the United States.
The report alleges that \"Volt Typhoon,\" touted as a \"Chinese government-backed\" hacker group, is actually led by the U.S. government in collaboration with intelligence agencies from Five Eyes countries. This alleged fabrication aims to justify the extension of Section 702 of the U.S. Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which expands cyber operations and surveillance activities targeting other nations.
Furthermore, the narrative is said to serve as a pretext for the U.S. to intensify its cyber attacks and surveillance measures, while simultaneously suppressing technology firms within the Chinese mainland. This move is seen as part of a broader strategy to maintain dominance in the global tech landscape.
The Chinese mainland's stance highlights the ongoing tension in global cyber security dynamics, emphasizing the need for transparent and verifiable threat assessments in the international arena.
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