Hidden Kill Switches: China’s Secret Grip on Global Power Grids Revealed!

Experts discovered “kill switches” in Chinese-made power inverters used in US solar farms. These hidden cellular radios could allow Beijing to remotely disable power grids during conflict. The revelation has sparked fears of covert malware in critical energy infrastructure across the US and Europe.

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Looks like China’s been playing a high-stakes game of “peek-a-boo” with our power inverters, and guess what, they might just have the ultimate trump card to flip the switch on our energy grids. Who knew solar power could come with a side of espionage? Time to unplug, unwind, and decode these sneaky shenanigans before our solar panels start moonlighting as secret agents.

Key Points:

  • Experts discovered hidden cellular radios in Chinese-made power inverters that could remotely shut down power grids.
  • The rogue devices are found in solar farm equipment across the US and UK, raising security concerns.
  • U.S. experts indicate these hidden devices could destroy grid infrastructure during conflicts.
  • The Department of Energy is aware but faces challenges due to manufacturers’ poor disclosure.
  • There are increasing concerns about Chinese espionage in critical infrastructure.

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