CrowdStrike reported that China-linked adversaries launched over 58% of state-sponsored cyberattacks against the technology sector. This data covers the year ending March 31, 2026. The report identifies the technology industry as the most targeted sector globally.
Attackers are escalating espionage efforts to steal intellectual property and artificial intelligence capabilities. These hacking groups specifically target AI research and large language models.
The surge in attacks supports China's strategic goal of achieving global AI dominance by 2030. Beijing aims to accelerate domestic technology programs following U.S. restrictions on AI chip exports.