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August 13, 2026
Trump Authorizes Private Companies for Offensive Cyber Operations
- Donald Trump signed a memorandum empowering private companies to engage in offensive cyber operations.
- The policy aims to combat transnational criminal organizations responsible for cyber crimes.
- Companies will operate under the direction of the U.S. government and must maintain a bond of at least $1 million.
- Concerns remain over potential risks and consequences of private sector involvement in cyber warfare.
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- Trump Gives Green Light to U.S. Companies to Aim Hacks at CybercriminalsAug 13, 2026 at 7:01 PM · NYT
- Donald Trump empowers US private companies to conduct cyber-attacksAug 13, 2026 at 7:21 PM · The Guardian
- Trump memo allows private sector to aid cyber offense against transnational criminal groupsAug 13, 2026 at 8:21 PM · The Hill