# China-linked group targets US AI policy experts with phishing campaign

> Source: <https://osintsights.com/china-linked-group-targets-us-ai-policy-experts-with-phishing-campaign>
> Published: 2026-10-01 18:50:56+00:00

A cunning phishing campaign impersonated top US AI policy voices, including a former White House science advisor and a renowned economist, to gain the trust of targeted experts. The attackers carefully crafted initial messages that seemed to invite recipients into an AI policy advisory committee or a report collaboration, slowly building a relationship before making their next move.