US should spy on Chinese firms to maintain edge in tech race: ex-CIA official

A former CIA official, David Cohen, has suggested that the US should spy on Chinese technology firms to maintain its competitive edge in the tech industry. This proposal represents a departure from traditional US policy, which has generally avoided spying on foreign companies. The move is aimed at countering China's growing influence in advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. This development could have significant implications for global trade and the tech industry, particularly in the context of the ongoing US-China tech rivalry.

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A former CIA official has called for the US to spy on Chinese firms to maintain its edge in the tech race. This could lead to increased tensions between the two countries and potentially impact trade and investment.

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