Exciting as a thriller, the new book by investigative journalist Florian Horcicka reads. For years, he has been observing the espionage scene in Austria – now he reveals his knowledge. What significance does Austria hold in the international espionage business? How do agents from the former Eastern Bloc countries operate, for whom Vienna is a central hub? How tightly woven is their network, and how do they influence politics? What role does the Military Intelligence Office play in this secret society? With its strong connections to political decision-makers, it wields considerable power in the state. Economic espionage is also significant: which companies are in the crosshairs? How do the agents proceed? And what influence do they have on corporate decisions? OMV and OPEC are just two examples of organizations that agents from around the world are interested in.