Chinese spies infiltrating the US via telecoms?

Oct 8, 2012 by RTAmerica Two Chinese telecommunication companies, Huawei and Zte, have attempted to expand into the United States. But in an age where cybersecurity is considered an emerging threat—and espionage an ever-present one—the US isn't exactly welcoming the foreign businesses with open arms. Congress has flagged both Huawei and Zte as security threats and is warning them against doing business in America. Tim Karr, senior director of strategy for FreePress, weighs in on what the likelihood of such a contract could be given Congress' constant warnings of an imminent cyberwar.