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To Catch a Thief: China’s Rise to Cyber Supremacy

Rubrik | Nicole Perlroth | Pod People
China
Cybersecurity
Intellectual Property Theft
Chinese Communist Party
Google
Cyber Espionage
Huawei
Dalai Lama
Tibet
Uighurs
Mandiant
United States
Solar World
Chinese Cyberattacks
The Five Poisons
Tiktok
BYD
Xi Jinping
China's Cyber Operations
State-Sponsored Hackers

American companies, whole towns, have been eviscerated by Chinese cyberattacks. But their stories remain untold, even as the stakes get higher and the targets more reckless. To Catch a Thief is a first-of-its-kind, documentary look at China’s rise to cyber supremacy. This podcast charts the evolution of China’s state-sponsored hackers, from their beginnings as “the most polite, mediocre hackers in... more

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During China’s pseudo-cyber-hiatus, the PRC’s hacking operations get a major overhaul. CCP leadership moves responsibility away from the sloppy, brazen hackers at the People’s Liberation Army to the far more stealthy, and strategic, Ministry of State... more

Every U.S. administration, dating back to President H.W. Bush has struggled to address the threat of Chinese trade theft. But a growing sense of urgency kicks in as American businesses start hemorrhaging trade secrets and entire product lines start v... more

As Chinese hackers continue their raid of American companies, the threat reaches new levels of urgency, not so much for the sophistication of these hackers, but because of the sheer volume of attacks. And yet, victims continue to keep their breaches ... more

For this special live recording of To Catch a Thief at The New York Stock Exchange, host and former lead cybersecurity and digital espionage reporter for The New York Times, Nicole Perlroth sits down with those who have been directly targeted by, tra... more

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Recent Guests

John Carlin
Former Assistant Attorney General for National Security at the Department of Justice
U.S. Department of Justice
Episode: Ep 4: Naming and Shaming
Dimitri Alperovic
Co-founder of CrowdStrike, cybersecurity expert
CrowdStrike
Episode: Ep 4: Naming and Shaming
Kevin Mandia
Former CEO of Mandiant, cybersecurity expert
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Paul Moser
Cybersecurity journalist at The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Ep 4: Naming and Shaming
David Barboza
Former New York Times correspondent who investigated the secret wealth of Chinese leaders.
The New York Times
Episode: Ep 2: Then They Came for Us

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Nicole Perlroth
Host and bestselling author, focusing on cybersecurity and digital espionage, with a background as a lead reporter at The New York Times.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 142 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Wonderful content. So insightful and beautifully told.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olivier B Amsterdam
    Francea month ago
  • Outstanding

    For anyone needing a primer on China’s adversarial cyber attacks on the US, this is it! Nicole does an amazing job of pulling a spectrum of disparate threads together into a cohesive narrative. Outstanding!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Ackerman
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fascinating

    Borderline terrifying to understand the implications but a fascinating to listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JRH233
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    Well worth a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wellhasthisnicknamebeentaken
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Finally!

    Nicole is an exceptional storyteller, and I’m beyond excited to hear her break down this complex topic. I’m sure I’ll be on the edge of my seat throughout the entire series!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MelyJ!
    United Statesa month ago

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BONUS: Live Panel with Top China & Cyber Experts at The New York Stock Exchange
Q: What are the implications of the Chinese cyber threat on U.S. critical infrastructure?
The threat has evolved from data theft to potential attacks on critical infrastructure, aiming for mass disruption in the event of a conflict, such as over Taiwan.
BONUS: Live Panel with Top China & Cyber Experts at The New York Stock Exchange
Q: How do you walk the tight rope between covering Chinese cyber threats and not promoting xenophobia?
As a journalist, it's essential to focus on the Communist Party's actions while being aware of the stigmas that may arise against the larger Chinese populace; distinction is crucial.

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A documentary-style exploration of China’s rise to cyber supremacy, focusing on the severe impact of state-sponsored cyberattacks on American companies and infrastructure. The content covers the evolution of these threats from initial trade secret theft to sophisticated blanket surveillance tactics and pre-positioning in critical sectors. Key insights are shared through interviews with victims and experts, illuminating the multifaceted nature of cyber threats and the alarming consequences for national security and economic stability. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the complex landscape of cyber warfare and the urgent need for heightened awareness and resilience against such threats.

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