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Balancing Freedom and Control: China's Digital Landscape

This chapter shares humorous anecdotes from early industry days before transitioning to a sober discussion about China's tight grip on Bitcoin mining and the implications of a digital yuan. It critiques the conflict between cryptocurrency and state control, as well as the ethical dilemmas faced by Western companies operating in China amidst concerns over human rights. The conversation highlights the struggles of Chinese citizens for freedoms like free speech, juxtaposed with the government's authoritarian practices and the ramifications for tech companies navigating these challenges.

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