The President's Daily Brief PDB Evening Bulletin | May 15th, 2025: Chinese Spy Devices Discovered In Solar Panels & Putin Snubs Direct Peace Talks With Zelensky In Turkey
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May 16, 2025 U.S. officials are alarmed by the discovery of Chinese spy devices hidden in solar power inverters, raising major national security concerns. Meanwhile, diplomatic tensions escalate as Russian President Putin snubs direct peace talks with Ukraine, sending a lower delegation instead. The stakes are high as Ukraine seeks a ceasefire, but skepticism about Russia's intentions grows. Additionally, the podcast touches on the rise of identity theft and changing global currencies, underscoring the importance of online privacy.
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Spy Devices Found in Chinese Inverters
- Chinese-made power inverters used in U.S. renewable energy systems have hidden spy devices.
- These devices could bypass firewalls to disrupt or damage power grids remotely, posing severe national security risks.
Chinese Telecom Gear in U.S.
- Chinese telecom gear was sold at low prices to U.S. companies to install near sensitive facilities.
- This strategy aimed to embed Chinese technology within U.S. critical infrastructure for espionage or disruption.
U.S. Moves Away from Chinese Tech
- U.S. utilities like Florida Power & Light are seeking alternatives to Chinese inverter suppliers.
- The U.S. government assesses technological risks but has not publicly detailed the scope of the issue.