National Security
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Congressional Republicans Press TikTok on Data Sharing
Two Republican lawmakers sent a letter to TikTok last week, "renew[ing] their request for all information about TikTok’s organizational structure and data sharing practices and also notify the social media company to preserve all e-mail, electronic records, and communications."
UK Parliament Debates Decision to Block Newport Wafer Fab Sale
After a recent UK government decision to undo the purchase of a Wales-based semiconductor company by a Chinese-owned company, both Houses of the UK Parliament discussed the issue last week. There were a range of views expressed, with some criticizing the decision and others urging the government to
UK Government Blocks Chinese Purchase of Semiconductor Company
The UK government announced yesterday that it would order the reversal of the purchase of a UK semiconductor company by a Chinese-owned company.
FBI Director Testifies on TikTok National Security Risks
In response to questions at a U.S. Congressional hearing yesterday, FBI Director Chris Wray outlined the security and other threats posed by social media app TikTok.
European Commission Pushes Member States on 5G
Last week, European Commissioner for Competition Margrethe Vestager raised the issue of compliance by EU Member States with rules on 5G networks that would restrict Chinese producers such as Huawei.
After State Visit, Germany Rejects Chinese Investments in Two Chipmakers
Media reports indicate that the German government has blocked Chinese investments in two domestic semiconductor producers, based on concerns about national security, in particular the transfer of technological know-how.
Canada Orders Divestiture of Investments by Three Chinese Companies in Canadian Critical Minerals
The Canadian government announced yesterday that it had ordered the divestiture of investments by three Chinese companies in Canadian critical mineral companies operating in both Canada and in South America.