

Eva Dou
Author of 'The House of Huawei,' a book covering the personal, economic, and geopolitical story of Huawei.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 40min
The Chinese Chip Giant That Could Be Nvidia's Biggest Threat
Eva Dou, a Washington Post reporter and author of 'House of Huawei', dives into the intriguing rise of Huawei, a tech giant that presents a formidable challenge to Nvidia. She explains Huawei’s intricate ties to the Chinese government and its role in shaping modern China’s tech landscape. The discussion touches on Huawei's corporate culture, its AI ambitions amid U.S. restrictions, and the strategic maneuvers that help it maintain resilience in a competitive market. Dou's insights reveal how Huawei's evolution embodies the intersection of technology and politics.

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Jun 17, 2025 • 1h 16min
The House of Huawei
In this engaging discussion, Eva Dou, author of 'The House of Huawei,' explores the dramatic rise of Huawei's founder, Ren Zhengfei, from Cultural Revolution ostracism to tech titan. She sheds light on Huawei's unique corporate culture and its strategic moves into high-risk markets. Co-host Kyle Chan adds insights into China's telecommunications landscape, contrasting Huawei's innovative approach with state-owned enterprises. They also delve into the geopolitical challenges Huawei faces globally, highlighting how Ren's personal interests have shaped the company’s market strategies.

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May 21, 2025 • 1h 9min
House of Huawei: Eva Dou of the Washington Post on Her New "Secret History" of Huawei
Eva Dou, a technology reporter for the Washington Post and author of 'House of Huawei', dives deep into the company’s complex history. She discusses the impact of Meng Wanzhou's arrest on Huawei's international standing and media relations. Dou explores the influence of founder Ren Zhengfei's military background on company culture, the role of women in leadership, and Huawei's relationship with the Chinese state. She also sheds light on how U.S. sanctions have shaped the company's strategies and its significant involvement in 5G technology amid geopolitical tensions.

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Jan 29, 2025 • 24min
Is China winning the AI race?
Eva Dou, a tech policy reporter for The Washington Post and author of "House of Huawei," dives into the AI arms race sparked by the Chinese startup DeepSeek. This unexpected competitor is shaking up the U.S. tech market and raising alarms in San Francisco and Wall Street. Dou discusses the implications of DeepSeek's dominance, the scrappy startup's innovative low-cost AI, and how U.S. export controls are reshaping the landscape. The conversation highlights the urgent need for American companies to adapt or risk falling behind in this fierce technological rivalry.

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Jan 15, 2025 • 36min
The Untold Story of the Mysterious Company That Shook the World
Eva Dou, a technology policy reporter and author of "House of Huawei," unravels the secret history of Huawei and its significance in global tech dynamics. She discusses the controversies following the 2018 arrest of its CFO and the broader implications for U.S.-China relations. Katie Thomas, from the Kearney Consumer Institute, shares insights on shifting consumer behaviors amid inflation, revealing how sentiment contrasts with spending. Together, they explore the interplay of technology, policy, and consumer sentiment in today's complex landscape.