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strikeAug 13, 2026

Taiwan’s internet blackout drill tests cyberattack readiness

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Field Notes from Taipei Taiwan throttles mobile internet speeds in defence drill - Taiwan slowed mobile Internet speeds during its annual Han Kuang war games to simulate communication disruption from a potential Chinese invasion or natural disaster.

Source: Yip Wai Yee — Read the full report

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  • Yip Wai YeeBy Yip Wai Yee

    Field Notes from Taipei Taiwan throttles mobile internet speeds in defence drill - Taiwan slowed mobile Internet speeds during its annual Han Kuang war games to simulate communication disruption from a potential Chinese invasion or natural disaster. - The drill showed limited pub…

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