Our Research
Why Do We Tolerate Beijing’s Belligerence?
Tom Lyons, co-founder of 2430 Group, asserts in the Wall Street Journal that too many U.S. companies have meekly accepted a general subjugation to the Communist Party’s new order.
Chinese Cars as Military Threats? It’s Not Science Fiction
Glenn Chafetz, Director of 2430 Group, writes in The Cipher Brief about concerns over Chinese-manufactured vehicles and their software as national security threats, highlighting potential military applications of Chinese networked vehicles and Low Earth Orbit satellites.
The U.S. Can Provide an Alternative to China in Sub-Saharan Africa
Glenn Chafetz, Director of 2430 Group, and Ben Kallas, CEO and co-founder of Searchlight, write in World Politics Review about how China's influence in sub-Saharan Africa faces challenges exemplified by the situation in Zambia, where diverse local perceptions and the presence of autonomous Chinese operators present opportunities for Western engagement to counterbalance China's dominance in critical mineral resources.
How China’s Intelligence Law Backfired
Glenn Chafetz, Director of 2430 Group, writes in The Cipher Brief about how China's 2017 National Intelligence Law, requiring citizens and companies to cooperate with intelligence services, has led to increased international scrutiny and bans on Chinese companies over espionage concerns, despite China's denials and protestations.
Fox in the Henhouse: The Growing Harms of North Korea’s Remote IT Workforce
Glenn Chafetz, Director of 2430 Group, writes in The Diplomat about how Pyongyang has infiltrated its IT workers into contractors and subcontractors serving the United States’ largest and most profitable companies.
Russia and China are part of the same problem for the United States
Members of the US Congress who oppose further military aid for Ukraine often seek to justify their position by claiming that China rather than Russia presents a greater danger to the United States. They argue that the rise of China means it is in American interests to accommodate Russia, while it should be up to Europe to shoulder the burden of Ukrainian security.
China’s aggressive fragility
Director Glenn Chafetz writes in The Hill about the nervousness that underlies much of China’s politicking on the global stage.
When is our 9/11 Moment with China?
Tom Lyons, co-founder of 2430 Group, argues in The Cipher Brief that 9/11 fundamentally shifted US foreign policy priorities towards the Middle East. When will we have a similar reckoning with China?
Revolutionary Change in the Intelligence Community: The Technology Factor
2430 Director Glenn Chafetz talks to Deep State Radio’s podcast about technological innovation in the intelligence community.
Why Putin’s Russia cannot accept its borders
Glenn Chafetz, 2430 Director, and John Sipher, a co-founder of Spycraft Entertainment, write for the Atlantic Council that Putin’s obsession with Ukraine is grounded in his understanding of Russia’s imperial history.
China, Lawfare, and the Contest for Control of Low Earth Orbit
2430 Group’s Glenn Chafetz and Xavier Ortiz argue in The Diplomat that Chinese government seeks strategic advantage in space through attacks on the Western private sector.
How China’s Political System Discourages Innovation and Encourages IP Theft
2430 Director Glenn Chafetz argues in the Johns Hopkins University’s SAIS Review of International Affairs that China’s political system incentivizes IP theft as part of the country’s technology strategy.
Defending Against State-Sponsored Espionage Targeting the U.S. Private Sector is a Team Effort
2430 Director Glenn Chafetz argues in The Cipher Brief that investing in commercial counterespionage is a cost most companies do not even know they need to bear; but failing to do so risks a loss they cannot afford.
Doing business with China in 2023 has become more risky
2430 Director Glenn Chafetz and Patrick Walsh argue in the The Dallas Morning News that U.S. government's rules and institutions do not offer our private sector any protection.
Insider Buzz: Blindspots
2430 Director Glenn Chafetz joined host Beth Miller on Code 42’s video series, “Insider Buzz.”
The UnderSimplified Podcast
From Aaron Brown, 2430 Group Associate founder
Aaron uses his career in the CIA, as an Army Ranger, and deputy sheriff, and now as an entrepreneur and technologist, to engage deep thinkers and experts across pivotal issues of our time. Using this platform, Aaron challenges these guests to join him in raising the quality of our collective conversation. And, if we are lucky, maybe we’ll find an easier path to travel together.