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Epoch Times
24-05-2025
- Business
- Epoch Times
Removal and Replacement of China-Linked Devices Ongoing, but CCP Risks Still Loom: FCC Chair
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr told lawmakers that threats from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) are still a major concern in telecom equipment in the United States. Carr warned members of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services during a May 21 hearing that despite work to remove Chinese equipment from U.S. networks, there is still a lot to be done. The FCC head spoke to the government's work to complete the Rip and Replace program to remove equipment from companies like Huawei and ZTE, which could be completed within a year, despite funding shortfalls that caused delays. Rip and Replace In 2021, at $1.9 billion was earmarked to repay U.S. telecom carriers to remove and replace network equipment manufactured by the Chinese-based companies. Both Huawei and ZTE were previously Former FCC Chairman said at the time that, 'Both companies have close ties to the Chinese Communist Party and China's military apparatus, and both companies are broadly subject to Chinese law obligating them to cooperate with the country's intelligence services. 'We cannot and will not allow the Chinese Communist Party to exploit network vulnerabilities and compromise our critical communications infrastructure. Related Stories 9/27/2021 5/23/2025 The same year, the FCC Just a few months later, the FCC At the time, the regulator said the firm 'is subject to exploitation, influence, and control by the Chinese government' and is 'highly likely' to comply with Beijing's orders. The Justice Department Prior Legislation President Joe Biden Later, during the last year of the Biden administration, then FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel Late last year, American telecom networks were Deputy national security adviser for cyber and emerging technologies Anne Neuberger said that a Chinese state-sponsored hacker group called 'Salt Typhoon' was found to have compromised More Threats According to Carr, the continuing threat from the CCP is 'multifaceted' and a bigger issue than just physical infrastructure: 'They don't just come to our country through one particular technology vector.' The FCC chair cited previous actions to cut off Chinese state-linked providers, like China Mobile and China Telecom, as crucial, but said cybersecurity threats like intrusion by the Chinese hacking group 'Volt Typhoon' are still a potential risk. According to Carr, 'we need to be exceptionally vigilant across every single technology vector right now.' In addition to the Rip and Replace program, the FCC head said his agency is working to block other potential intrusions from adversarial countries, including changing the equipment authorization program. He explained that technology entering the United States has to be checked for compliance with standards for things like spectrum use and power levels. Under his leadership, changes are being made to ensure that the labs that do those checks aren't compromised. 'We're asking for national security checks as part of the devices that are coming in ... [to] determine whether individual labs that perform these checks for the U.S. for any device are themselves trustworthy. Carr went on to say they are 'adopting a new standard' in order to 'make sure the labs that do the testing for devices are not themselves beholden to some sort of foreign adversaries.'
Time Business News
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
Delete, Replace, Rebuild: A Survivor's Guide to Post-Breach Identity Repair
After the Dark Web Leak: Amicus International Consulting Offers Legal, Secure, and Complete Identity Restoration for Victims of Cyber Theft VANCOUVER, B.C. — In the wake of an unprecedented wave of data breaches and dark web leaks, millions of individuals are discovering that their personal information — names, addresses, Social Security numbers, banking credentials, and even biometric data — has been exposed, sold, or weaponized online. In response to this growing digital crisis, Amicus International Consulting has launched a comprehensive identity restoration program titled 'Delete, Replace, Rebuild: A Survivor's Guide to Post-Breach Identity Repair.' The program delivers a structured and lawful path for individuals whose identities have been compromised, empowering them to erase vulnerable traces, replace compromised documents, and rebuild their lives with renewed legal safeguards and digital privacy. 'Cyber theft is no longer about just your credit card — it's about your entire existence being up for sale,' said a spokesperson from Amicus International Consulting. 'Our clients come to us not for recovery, but for reinvention — legally, ethically, and securely.' Delete: Wiping the Digital Footprint After a Breach When a breach occurs, the exposed information can be sold repeatedly on dark web marketplaces, used in synthetic identity fraud schemes, or exploited for blackmail, account takeover, or stalking. The first step in recovery is digital deletion — tracking the leak, identifying exposed assets, and eradicating or mitigating that presence online. Amicus International's deletion services include: Dark web threat scanning and continuous monitoring Cease and desist notices and takedown demands to illicit data brokers to illicit data brokers Database scrubbing to remove or obfuscate personal data from open-source directories to remove or obfuscate personal data from open-source directories Biometric risk assessments, including facial data leak mitigation Case Study: Dark Web Exposure Triggers Identity Theft Across Three Continents In 2023, a Toronto-based tech executive discovered that her leaked facial scan and ID documents were used to open cryptocurrency wallets in Dubai and Singapore. Amicus tracked the data trail, executed digital takedowns, and assisted with securing a new passport and updated biometric profile. Replace: Legal Reissuance of Credentials and Identity Documents Once compromised, traditional credit monitoring or password resets are insufficient. Amicus's legal services help clients replace the core identifiers used to access financial, medical, and legal systems. Key services include: Legal name changes through court petition and international compliance through court petition and international compliance Government-issued ID reissuance , including passports, driver's licenses, and biometric ID cards , including passports, driver's licenses, and biometric ID cards New tax identification numbers (TINs) for use in offshore banking, corporate registration, and tax planning for use in offshore banking, corporate registration, and tax planning Custom document replacement plans tailored to specific countries and legal requirements Case Study: Replacing a Compromised Identity in the Wake of a Political Hack After a high-profile political campaign breach exposed personal data, an Amicus client in Brazil requested a complete identity replacement. The firm successfully processed a legal name change, secured new documentation, and rerouted all digital authentication through new TINs and encryption protocols. Rebuild: Starting Over With Legal Security and Digital Anonymity The final stage of the program focuses on rebuilding a secure life, including reputation management, digital shielding, and establishing a new legal identity for those at extreme risk of further compromise. Rebuild services include: Second citizenship acquisition through legal naturalization, ancestry claims, or investment programs through legal naturalization, ancestry claims, or investment programs Residency-by-relocation for individuals facing persecution, targeted harassment, or cyberstalking for individuals facing persecution, targeted harassment, or cyberstalking Biometric data cloaking using proprietary technologies like facial obfuscation and alias documentation using proprietary technologies like facial obfuscation and alias documentation Reputation cleansing and online privacy architecture to protect future digital engagements Case Study: Digital Disappearance and Identity Rebuild for Whistleblower In 2022, a Southeast Asian whistleblower sought to erase all ties to his prior identity following a leak by government insiders. Amicus created a new life blueprint with legal citizenship through the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program, digital disconnection protocols, and biometric masking. Why This Program Matters Now In 2024, identity theft surged to a record 35 million cases globally, with dark web exposure being the root cause of nearly 70% of fraud incidents. Standard credit monitoring services are no longer sufficient. Victims need legal, international, and comprehensive solutions. 'This is not about escaping — it's about surviving,' said an Amicus case advisor. 'We help victims recover with dignity, legality, and long-term security.' How Amicus International Consulting Works Amicus International Consulting is a global leader in legal identity transformation, second citizenship planning, and high-level privacy services for clients facing digital or political exposure. With a presence in over 40 jurisdictions and a legal team versed in international privacy law, Amicus helps clients: Restore safety and normalcy after digital breaches Transition into legally protected new identities Shield families from future risk with multi-jurisdictional planning Operate in compliance with international law and local regulatory frameworks 📞 Contact InformationPhone: +1 (604) 200-5402Email: info@ Website: Follow Us: 🔗 LinkedIn 🔗 Twitter/X 🔗 Facebook 🔗 Instagram Final Word: A Survivor's Legal Guide in a New Age of Digital Exposure Whether the breach stems from a phishing attack, insider leak, or massive platform compromise, victims deserve more than apologies and credit monitoring. With 'Delete, Replace, Rebuild: A Survivor's Guide to Post-Breach Identity Repair,' Amicus International Consulting offers real-world, lawful solutions to those seeking protection and privacy after their identity is sold on the dark web. For those ready to restore what was lost — and secure what remains — Amicus provides the pathway forward. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
