Corporate Espionage 101 – a new “bible” for security directors
The question is not whether corporate espionage exists. The question is whether you know how it works and what mitigation strategies to use. Corporate Espionage 101 provides the answers.
Prestigious Yacht Builder Finds Eavesdropping Devices in Complex Spy Case
Suspicious individuals were noted repeadedly around the Ferretti Group headquarters and hotels frequented by the company Executive Director, Xu Xinyu. This prompted the hiring of a professional TSCM team to conduct inspections of his office and other rooms, including the offices of the secretary and a translator. They found microphones and transmitters in the directors office and devices hidden in electric outlets in the other rooms. Any suspicious activity could be cause for concern and prompt the need for a thorough TSCM inspection. In this case it was not just the principal, but the secretary and translator as well, whose offices were compromised.
Recording device found in New Canaan, CT
A New Canaan man reported to police that he had found a recording device. He believed his wife had been eavesdropping on him, and when confronted she admitted it. He told authorities that he “runs a business from his home office and that she was intentionally and knowingly eavesdropping on his private business conversations with colleagues and other personal conversations,” the warrant application said.
14 Surveillance Devices Found- Office of Management and Budget in US Virgin Island
Who is the bad guy? They are not always easy to recognize.
A company offering a number of services including security, cyber security, and digital marketing, has been revealed to be the source of over a dozen eavesdropping devices planted in government offices in the US Virgin Islands.
The company, Mon Ethos, according to their website, offers a multitude of services. These include cybersecurity, digital forensics, IT consulting, physical security, and more. Their website also claims the USVI Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as a client.
But it turns out recently unsealed documents have revealed that they were also responsible for the planting of over a dozen eavesdropping device in the OMB and a number of other government agencies.
The discovery of the devices was first reported in August, 2022, in the Virgin Islands Consortium.
Local and federal law enforcement authorities are investigating the placement of hidden eavesdropping devices […]
China warns their own people to beware of eavesdropping devices and espionage activities
China warns their own people of eavesdropping threats. It is good for everyone to take heed!
Are your trade secrets protected? TSCM can help.
Trade Secrets need protection or their status may not stand up in court. A $2 Billion judgement for trade secret theft by deliberate corporate espionage was recently reversed. Click to read more.
Eavesdropping devices found ahead of Polish government meeting.
Eavesdropping devices were discovered in advance of a Polish government cabinet meeting.
Who’s Listening?
Who is listening to your communications? Hopefully your radio traffic is not being played back on TikTok! Recent news articles have shown how a ham radio enthusiast on TikTok has been posting recordings of two-way radio traffic he has overheard.
Discovery of hidden camera in home of Wimbledon finalist Nalbandian (video)
Video of hidden camera discovery at home of Wimbledon finalist.
Bizarre lawsuit accuses Ben Affleck and Matt Damon of stalking and bugging.
Bugged by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon? Don't judge until after you read the complaints...
“Mobile Office” takes on new meaning with mobile eavesdropping protections.
Don't ignore your vehicle security. Ford is now working to enhance electronic privacy in their vehicles. They have filed a new patent entitled "Motor Vehicle Workspace with Enhanced Privacy". Be sure to include important vehicles in your comprehensive TSCM Technical Threat Analysis. Click to read more.
Norway dealing with electronic eavesdropping threats – Updated
A 25-year-old Malaysian student has been arrested in Norway on suspicion of espionage, including illegal eavesdropping through various technical devices. Norway has also had other incidents of espionage and spying from Russian adversaries.
Nissan installed cameras to monitor executive’s home
Contentious relationships among board members can create a lot of problems. Former Nissan COO Ashwani Gupta, who had been seen as a possible successor to CEO Makoto Uchida and was viewed as an obstacle to a partnership with Renault also had of allegations of harassment against him and was asked to step down. Apparently electronic surveillance against Gupta was initiated by Nissan.
News Team vs TSCM Team… Nashville TBI TSCM team recorded by TV news crew.
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's TSCM team was caught by a local TV News team.
Security Watch: Smart Watches May be Spying too.
Service members across the military have reported receiving smartwatches unsolicited in the mail. These smartwatches, when used, have auto-connected to Wi-Fi and began connecting to cell phones unprompted, gaining access to a myriad of user data.
Federal Jury Convicts NJ PI and Four Others of Interstate Stalking or Acting on Behalf of PRC
“The conviction of these three defendants – including a retired NYPD sergeant – is yet another powerful reminder of the Chinese government’s ongoing, pervasive, and illegal behavior here in the United States,” said Assistant Director Suzanne Turner of the FBI’s Counterintelligence Division...
Modern Corporate Spy Wars – China’s efforts to steal US corporate secrets.
The world of corporate espionage is ever growing. In an effort to keep abreast of current events, recent videos help to provide a good background, especially how the Chinese communist government has been conducting their spy efforts, something that all corporate security personnel should be aware of.
Intrigue in Copenhagen: High Stakes Corporate Espionage
At TDC in Copenhagen, senior managers were potential suspects. The company’s offices were compromised, people were getting tailed. And then there were the drones and hidden microphones …