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The Chinese data security law – more security or more challenge?

The Chinese Data Security Law (DSL) came into force on 1 September 2021. It sets new standards, as it applies both to German companies with operations in China and to German subsidiaries of Chinese companies. Accordingly, there is a lot to consider.

By Redaktion Table

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Internet companies face even more regulations

Chinese tech stocks recovered on Thursday. But investors remain skeptical whether the worst is over. Beijing announced its intention to further regulate the sector with a major campaign over the next six months.

By Redaktion Table

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China's plans for space internet

The US company Starlink, founded by Elon Musk, is currently the leading provider of Internet access via satellite connection. But China is also planning to go on the offensive with the new technology. Tens of thousands of satellites will be launched into orbit over the next few years.

By Redaktion Table

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'Peace' as a weapon in the digital age

The new submarine internet cable "Peace" is supposed to be able to transport the equivalent of 90,000 hours of Netflix movies – per second. It is currently being laid from China via Pakistan to France and Africa – and is causing friction in Chinese-American relations. The question is: Who controls global data traffic?

By Ning Wang