Secrecy, National Security, and Geopolitical Implications

The chapter explores the secrecy of proprietary algorithms in companies, suspicions of manipulation by tech giants like TikTok, and US laws regarding Chinese-owned services. It highlights concerns over national security threats arising from sensitive information exposure, including a Chinese gaming company's acquisition of a dating app used by US government officials. The discussion moves into comparing internet regulations between the US and China, revealing stark governance differences and the evolving anti-China stance in American politics.