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UK Special Forces Sea Drone Transmitted Data to China: Report

UK Special Forces Sea Drone Transmitted Data to China: Report

Summary

A report revealed that UK Special Forces' surveillance drones sent data to a Chinese internet address, raising security concerns. The drones, made by a British company, had some parts from outside the UK, but the Ministry of Defence said no sensitive information was leaked.

Key Facts

  • UK Special Forces used Kraken K3 Scout drones for surveillance.
  • These drones sent "heartbeat communications" data to an IP address in China.
  • The drones were supplied by Kraken Technology Group, a British defense company.
  • Some drone parts came from a third-party outside the UK.
  • The UK Ministry of Defence found no proof that secret data was shared outside the country.
  • The drones are part of a British naval plan to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Kraken and the Royal Navy audited the drones and said possible security holes were fixed.
  • Britain, with allies like the US, is cautious about Chinese spying and technology risks during trade talks.
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