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How China uses LinkedIn to steal state secrets

How China uses LinkedIn to steal state secrets

FromThe Story


How China uses LinkedIn to steal state secrets

FromThe Story

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Length:
30 minutes
Released:
Feb 22, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The Times has uncovered that spies are creating fake business profiles on the professional networking site so that they can identify targets and obtain classified information. Under fake profiles, agents offer money and lucrative business opportunities in exchange for sensitive information. What does this tell us about how China operates?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.Guests: -Fiona Hamilton, Crime and security editor at The Times.-Isabel Hilton OBE, Broadcast journalist and long term China watcher.-Philip Ingram, Former senior British intelligence officer.Host: Manveen Rana. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Feb 22, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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One remarkable story, told in depth, each day. Our daily news podcast takes you to the heart of the stories that matter, with exclusive access and reporting. Published for the start of your day and hosted by Manveen Rana and David Aaronovitch.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.