Female spies have a long history, with recent reports alleging China and Russia are employing "sex warfare" to steal Silicon Valley secrets. Attractive operatives are reportedly seducing tech workers, even marrying them, to infiltrate the industry and acquire trade secrets. This tactic, alongside other methods like startup competitions and venture capital investments, highlights a growing espionage threat to American innovation.
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