Belgian-Chinese researcher arrested over suspected theft of chip secrets

A Belgian-Chinese researcher has been arrested on suspicion of stealing chip secrets from a now-defunct Belgian semiconductor company before taking a role at a tech firm in China. The prosecutors in Belgium have cited "indications" of this alleged theft, highlighting the potential breach of sensitive technological information. This case underscores the global stakes in securing cutting-edge technology and the challenges in preventing intellectual property theft across international borders. For more details, check out the full report on the Financial Times website.