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Taiwan Reports 17% Surge in Chinese Cyberattacks, Warns of Coordinated Disinformation Campaigns

Taiwan has documented a significant escalation in Chinese cyber operations, with government systems facing millions of daily attacks. Security officials warn of coordinated “online troll armies” spreading disinformation to undermine public trust and sow internal divisions.

Taiwan’s National Security Bureau has reported a dramatic 17% increase in Chinese cyberattacks against government systems during the current year, reaching an average of 2.8 million incidents daily. This escalation comes amid growing concerns about Beijing’s multifaceted campaign to pressure the island nation, combining military demonstrations with sophisticated digital operations targeting critical infrastructure and public discourse.

Quantifying the Cyber Onslaught

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Europe’s AI Strategy Accelerates with €500M Investment in 6 New AI Factories

The European Commission has announced six new AI Factories across Czechia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Romania, Spain, and Poland. This €500 million investment strengthens Europe’s position in artificial intelligence research and industrial adoption. The initiative represents a broader €2.6 billion commitment to creating a digitally sovereign AI continent.

The European Commission has significantly accelerated Europe’s artificial intelligence ambitions with a €500 million investment establishing six new AI Factories across the continent. This strategic expansion brings the total network to 19 facilities spanning 16 EU Member States, reinforcing Europe’s position as a global leader in digital innovation and AI sovereignty. The initiative represents a crucial step in the European Commission’s comprehensive strategy to create a digitally sovereign “AI continent” capable of competing with global tech powers.

Strategic Expansion of European AI Infrastructure