Our dependence on technology increases with every day, but how secure are the devices that we so rely on. We may take steps to protect our phones and computers, but what thought do we give to our cars, our social media platforms, or to domestic appliances as mundane as an air fryer or video doorbell. 

This is the new frontline in an ongoing battle for economic dominance and one which frequently spills over into more covert activities, espionage or information and data extraction, and with the potential for extensive industrial and infrastructure sabotage. 

Our reliance, here in the UK and in other established democracies, on technology imported from hostile states leaves us increasingly vulnerable to the risks associate with its use. China, in particular, is actively pursing a policy of global high tech manufacturing domination with all companies, state or privately owned, legally bound to obey Communist Party instructions. Those of use who live in free and open countries face a threat to our national security and economic prosperity, not to mention to our privacy and human rights.