Quantum computing, biotech, and semiconductor tech are on the agency's wishlist.
Interesting EngineeringAccording to a report from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, the U.S. lacked behind China in 37 of the 44 areas tracked by the Institute and also was home to the top 10 research institutions for technologies like hypersonics and advanced aircraft engines.
The CIA, in its presentation, said that the intelligence agency found itself more exposed and vulnerable than before since countries like China had increased their surveillance capabilities.Calling the tech sector one of the great engines of the U.S. economy, the CIA said that it is focused on protecting the US economy from the use of technology by adversaries and was looking to team up with the private sector to supercharge its operations.
The agency also listed out areas such as quantum computing, battery and semiconductor technology, biotechnology, and wireless technology, where it was seeking external expertise. This could be in the form of collaborations or even individuals joining the agency., where it wants to gauge the developments made by adversaries as well as find methods to maintain the cover of its agents in a world where surveillance has become commonplace.
The CIA also has job openings posted on its website for various positions that require tech credentials. But a famous festival, that's some out-of-the-box thinking from the intelligence agency.
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