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Aug 13, 2026

Trump signs memo allowing private firms to conduct cyber attacks abroad

President Trump signed a memorandum allowing private-sector firms to launch cyber attacks abroad in partnership with the US government, expanding national security operations previously conducted largely by government agencies.

Aug 13, 2026·4 sources

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▪The offensive cyber operations conducted by private firms under the August 12, 2026 memorandum are specifically aimed at disrupting criminal organizations.
▪The offensive cyber operations authorized on August 12, 2026, establish a new partnership where the United States government enlists private firms to launch cyber attacks.
▪Prior to the August 12, 2026 memorandum, United States offensive national security operations were largely conducted solely by government agencies.

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