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Why Silicon Valley Can’t Stop Looking Over Its Shoulder at China

Why Silicon Valley Can’t Stop Looking Over Its Shoulder at China
NYT Technology Monday 20 July 2026, 09:02 UTC By Cade Metz 1 min read
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On Friday, China’s leader, Xi Jinping, hailed Beijing as the champion of a new global A.I. order.

On Friday, China’s leader, Xi Jinping, hailed Beijing as the champion of a new global A.I. order. [Image text:] CTV1 MUJ VOJ
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