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Beijing Exploits Insider Risks and Social Engineering in AI Competition
China-linked actors are increasingly targeting US AI technology with human-level cyberattacks, exploiting insider risks and social engineering tactics. Experts warn that startups are particularly vulnerable due to limited resources against cyber threats. According to CrowdStrike, Chinese entities accounted for over half of state-sponsored intrusions targeting US AI assets in the past year. The alleged cases are piling up, with American tech startups accusing Chinese companies of illicit attempts to steal their AI capabilities. This development was first reported by CNBC.