China outsources cyber ops to private hackers for Tiananmen Square anniversary censorship.

China is outsourcing cyber operations to private hackers ahead of the Tiananmen Square anniversary, using a patchwork army of contractors driven by nationalism and profit. Chinese authorities tighten online censorship around the June 4 date, banning search terms, scanning social media, and blocking foreign media. Beijing's cyber activities are aimed at controlling online activity and suppressing domestic discussion about the event.

May 31, 2024
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