German CDU demands probe into Chinese ties of cyber hub Cispa amid security concernsExecutive summary: Handelsblatt reported that the German CDU is seeking to halt public funding for the Cispa cyber centre following revelations of sensitive contacts with China. These revelations trigger political scrutiny of foreign partnerships in Germany’s critical cyber infrastructure and may lead to stricter oversight of public spending on strategic tech projects. Cispa, the German CDU, federal policymakers, and Chinese entities A parliamentary inquiry is probable, potential suspension of funding could follow, and EU regulators may tighten rules on foreign cyber‑partnerships.Handelsblatt revealed undisclosed contacts between China and the German cyber centre Cispa, prompting Union politicians to call for a halt to public funding. The allegations raise concerns about foreign influence in critical infrastructure and could reshape EU‑China tech cooperation. No concrete evidence of data transfer has been presented, but the political fallout is immediate.Connected developmentsASML‑China plant controversySchaeffler expands into defence dronesIranian oil export resumption and market reactionASML: Chip-Ausrüster weist US-Bedenken über Anlage für China zurückThe US says ASML’s top chip tool may be in China. ASML says it isn’tLa Primera de Expansión sobre Santander, Goldman Sachs, Mundial, Renault, China y SpaceXOpen the full case file on Beyond →
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