What are state-sponsored threats?

State-sponsored threats are intellectual property (IP) theft, attacks on critical infrastructure, and media manipulation or disinformation directed by or on behalf of a state agent. 2430 Group specializes in identifying, educating, and combating these threats.

What techniques do your adversaries use?

Foreign adversaries commonly use intellectual property theft, attacks on critical infrastructure, and media manipulation to access sensitive corporate and government information. Understanding these tactics is vital to protect against them.

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A Typology of China's Intellectual Property Theft Techniques
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A Typology of China's Intellectual Property Theft Techniques
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After decades of ignoring the problem, the US and its allies are starting to comprehend the national security, economic, and political consequences of the torrent of intellectual property that China diverts from foreign private companies.

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China's Counter-Espionage Law
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China's Counter-Espionage Law
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China’s new counter-espionage law heightens risks for U.S. firms operating in the country, transforming normal business operations into potential national security threats.

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Big Tech Connections to the PRC Government
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Big Tech Connections to the PRC Government
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Is it possible to show direct, observable connections between China’s big tech firms and the PRC government? Our analysis uncovers numerous direct fiduciary and controlling ties between Alibaba and Chinese State Owned Enterprises.

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How do foreign adversaries weaponize disinformation?

States often employ traditional and social media platforms to spread disinformation that targets specific companies or governments. Our experts specialize in tracing Russian, Chinese, and Iranian campaigns to sow distrust or false narratives on key platforms.