<ul><li>U.S. Senator Ron Wyden has introduced a new bill, the Secure American Communications Act, in response to Chinese government hacks on telecom providers.</li><li>The bill aims to secure American telephone networks and communications by implementing specific cybersecurity requirements.</li><li>Telecom providers would be required to perform annual vulnerability tests, hire independent auditors to ensure compliance, and submit documentation and statements of compliance.</li><li>Senator Wyden emphasized the need for mandatory security rules to protect against hackers and espionage.</li></ul>

US Senator announces new bill to secure telecom companies in wake of Chinese hacks

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