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Trump taps cyber firms to go on offensive against criminals
August 13, 2026 · The Record · Severity: LOW
The Trump administration will allow private companies to launch attacks on cybercrime organizations, the White House announced.
Key Takeaways
- Trump administration permits private companies to launch offensive cyber attacks.
- White House announces policy shift to target cybercrime organizations.
- Private firms authorized to hack back against foreign criminal groups.