Latest Articles about Information Technology and Telecommunications
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Survey: How Do Elite Chinese Students Feel About the Risks of AI?
Executive Summary: In April 2024, the authors surveyed 510 students from Tsinghua University and 518 students from Peking University—the PRC’s two preeminent institutions—about their views on the risks of artificial intelligence (AI). The key findings are as follows: Students are more optimistic about the benefits... MORE
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PRC-UAE Collaboration and US Technology Transfer Concerns in Abu Dhabi
Executive Summary: The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) poses a high risk of technology transfer due to its deep connections to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and its collaborations with leading US technology companies and universities. MBZUAI—and thus PRC researchers—have access... MORE
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PRC Use of Middlemen to Circumvent US Government Export Controls: The Case of Suzhou Rebes Electronic
Executive Summary: The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has been relying on middlemen to obtain US technology for military programs, including hypersonic weapons. These intermediaries provide a flimsy cover for direct sales to military end-users, with some even openly listing military clients on their websites.... MORE
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Ant Group Expands Overseas But Still Hampered By The State
Executive Summary: Ant Group’s strategy since the fallout from its canceled IPO in 2020 and subsequent crackdown on the fintech sector has seen it seek opportunities while capturing projects within the People’s Republic of China (PRC) that are aligned with government priorities. Key markets for... MORE
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Illuminating the Future: Developments in PRC Photonic Chip Production
Executive Summary: In June, the first pilot production line for photonics microchips in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) was launched at Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s Chip Hub for Integrated Photonics Xplore (CHIPX), as the country explores new approaches to chip design. The PRC sees... MORE
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Cognitive Domain Operations Against Vietnam Hint at Broader Ambitions
Executive Summary: Translation forms a crucial part of People’s Liberation Army (PLA)-directed research. This is done to support influence operations, enhance cooperation with the Russian military, and even understand US policy discussions on social media. Recent research from institutions such as the PLA Strategic Support... MORE
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Open-Source Technology and PRC National Strategy: Part I
Executive Summary: The OpenAtom Foundation supports open-source technology in areas such as RISC-V architecture and Electronic Design Automation. These efforts are part of a strategy by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to navigate and overcome technological containment by the United States, showcasing the foundation’s... MORE
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Comac’s Homegrown Aircraft Goes Global
Executive Summary: The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) will likely take many years developing into a veritable world-class aircraft enterprise. Over 1,200 orders have been placed for the new C919, primarily from domestic state-owned airlines. Comac has delivered 5 single-aisle planes to domestic airlines... MORE
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Russia Builds Alternative to SWIFT as Part of Digital Sovereignty Push
Executive Summary: Russia announced in early April that nearly all domestic financial transactions are now being conducted through the Financial Transaction System, which was created as an alternative to SWIFT. The development of new financial systems is part of a broader desire for greater independence... MORE
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CCP Cyber Sovereignty Contains Lessons For AI’s Future
Executive Summary: Xi Jinping is unequivocal that US-China AI cooperation is contingent on Western AI technology flowing into the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Broken promises from past US-China technology transfers suggest the PRC will once again use US technology to strengthen censorship and surveillance... MORE