The Manchurian Chip

Ξ November 19th, 2008 | → | ∇ Blog |

We are clearly in a cold war with China, though it seems that the Chinese have gotten a huge head start on us. The The Manchurian Chip is a component in CPU’s that get made in China that sits idol until the Chinese Govt. activates it. It can then be used to take over and control your computer.

The have also tested shooting down Satellites (Anti-Satellite Missile Tes)t, a technology that could disable communications, GPS, and other vital systems used by other countries.

“China’s action drew sharp protests from other nations with satellite programs — a predictable response that experts said dramatically illustrates Chinese willingness to face broad international criticism when it comes to space, which Beijing considers a key part of the push to modernize its military and increase its ability to compete in high-tech warfare.” - China Criticized for Anti-Satellite Missile Test By Marc Kaufman and Dafna Linzer

 

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