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UK's MI6 Agency Sets Up New Dark Web Portal to Recruit Spies.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Wickham, Alex 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the launch of a new online portal by the UK's foreign intelligence service, MI6, named Silent Courier, aimed at enabling potential spies in Russia and other locations to securely communicate with the agency over the dark web. Outgoing MI6 chief Richard Moore announced this initiative, encouraging individuals with sensitive information about global instability, terrorism, or hostile intelligence activities to reach out securely. The agency provides guidance on using the TOR browser and a reliable virtual private network (VPN) to enhance anonymity. This strategy mirrors similar outreach efforts by the Central Intelligence Agency to recruit potential spies. Moore will conclude his term at the end of September, with Blaise Metreweli set to become the first woman to lead MI6. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/09, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Computer Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:188050619
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