German military halts Chinese drone use over espionage fears
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The German military has grounded drones made by Quantum Systems, a €7bn-valued start-up operating in Ukraine, following a cyber attack. This is the latest in a series of attacks on European arms groups, indicating a coordinated threat against defense supply chains. The extent of the compromise and operational impact remain unclear.
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The German military has grounded Quantum Systems drones following a cyber attack, indicating a coordinated threat against European defense supply chains. Concurrently, the Bundeswehr has confirmed a ban on Chinese-made drones from military use due to espionage concerns, with Austria mirroring this policy. The extent of the cyber compromise and the full scope of potential restrictions on Chinese vehicles remain unclear.
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