In a plot twist straight out of a spy thriller 🕵️♂️, Chinese authorities have named three U.S. citizens as alleged 'secret agents' accused of launching cyberattacks during the 2025 Asian Winter Games in Harbin.
Harbin police claim the suspects—linked to the U.S. National Security Agency—targeted competition information systems, critical networks, and Chinese companies. Authorities are now offering rewards for information leading to their arrest. The announcement adds fuel to growing global debates about cybersecurity and international sports diplomacy 🌐⚡.
While details remain under wraps, the timing highlights how major sporting events are becoming new battlegrounds for digital security. The Asian Winter Games committee has yet to comment on whether the alleged attacks disrupted events.
Stay tuned as this story develops—and remember to update your passwords 🔑, folks!
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China releases names of U.S. 'secret agents' in cyberattacks
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