UK Asks Cyberspies to Probe Whether Chinese Buses Can Be Switched Off Remotely
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The UK is investigating whether Chinese buses can be remotely switched off, sparking discussion on the broader issue of regulating remote access to critical infrastructure and vehicles.
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No, I wouldn't expect any country outside of China, Russia, NK, and a few similar to be competent enough to actually do this.