60 Minutes 12/29/2024: Cuban Spycraft, Nvidia, Finding Cillian Murphy
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Dec 30, 2024 
Cillian Murphy, an acclaimed Irish actor known for his roles in 'Peaky Blinders' and 'Oppenheimer', shares insights on the transformative journey of his career and how his Irish heritage shapes his identity. Jensen Huang, co-founder and CEO of Nvidia, delves into the revolutionary advancements in AI technology and its diverse applications in fields like medicine and robotics. The intriguing discussion also explores the intersection of Cuban espionage and its impact on national security, weaving in personal stories and challenges faced by both Murphy and Huang.
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Rocha's Espionage
- Victor Manuel Rocha, a U.S. ambassador, spied for Cuba for 40 years.
- He memorized secrets, avoiding detection, and was later caught bragging about it to an undercover FBI agent.
Cuban Tradecraft
- Cuban spycraft relies heavily on human intelligence, not technology.
- They are skilled at recruiting and communicating discreetly.
Cuba's Export of Secrets
- Cuba sells or barters the American secrets it obtains to U.S. adversaries.
- This includes information about U.S. intentions toward countries like Russia, China, and Iran.
