Software and technology
December 21, 2021
Artificial intelligence is no longer an abstract technology, and China is uniquely positioned to lead the change toward AI. We explain why. Image credit: Shein
By Daniel Langer
We are living through times of massive disruption, with technology becoming a major force behind it.
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