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Egisto Ott

Coverage of Egisto Ott in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 21 · 10:26 UTCMost recent: Jun 8 · 15:28 UTC
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Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorismorganization1Russiaplace1Viennaplace1Hong Kongplace1Bangkokplace1Austrian intelligenceorganization1Wirecardorganization1Vienna Regional Criminal Courtorganization1Austriaplace1espionagetopic1
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  • SECURITYJun 8 · 15:28 UTCASIA TIMES
    HK and Bangkok step aside, Vienna’s claim as spy capital is strong

    Egisto Ott, an Austrian intelligence officer, was found to have spied for Russia while working for Austria's Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorism. The case reinforces Vienna's reputation as a spy capital, surpassing Hong Kong and Bangkok.

  • SECURITYMay 21 · 10:26 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Austrian spy found guilty of giving secrets to Wirecard fugitive

    An ex-Austrian intelligence officer named Egisto Ott was convicted of passing state secrets to a fugitive Wirecard executive. He received a prison sentence of over four years for spying, abuse of office, bribery, and embezzlement. The case has prompted Austrian authorities to strengthen espionage regulations.