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The Spy Hunter #105

The Spy Hunter #105

UAE accused of defense tech espionage in South Africa. Taiwanese executives convicted of IP theft for China.

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May 27, 2025
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May 27, 2025


Welcome to The Spy Hunter newsletter!

In this week’s edition:

  • South African authorities investigate claims that military technology developed by South African defense firms was systematically leaked to state-owned companies in the UAE.

  • Three former executives from a Taiwanese electronics manufacturing firm are convicted of leaking company trade secrets to China.

A modern military tank driving through the streets of Dubai, with the Burj Khalifa visible in the background. The tank is painted in standard military camouflage without any flags or national symbols. The urban environment features Dubai's futuristic skyscrapers, clean roads, palm trees, and street signs in Arabic and English. The tank is kicking up light dust as it moves, and there are a few cars and curious onlookers nearby, capturing the moment with smartphones. The atmosphere is sunny and bright, showcasing a clear desert sky above the bustling city.

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