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May 2022
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Chinese Central Government to Replace Al...

Sarah Lane, Robb Dunewood and Tom Merritt
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The Chinese central government reportedly ordered all agencies and state-backed companies to replace all foreign PCs within the next two years, the UK Digital Market Unit will be able to fine tech companies up to 10% of annual turnover, and the Backup Ukraine project looks to digitally preserve the country's cultural heritage.


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