Smartphones illustrate the power of standardization. China is challenging Western dominance in setting technical standards, aiming to control future technologies like 6G and AI.
This has geopolitical implications, as standards can embed values within technology. Western countries are now shifting from a market-led approach to a more government-directed strategy in response to China's assertive actions.
Turns out state planning beats markets after all. 😆
#technology
https://www.economist.com/business/2024/10/10/china-is-writing-the-worlds-technology-rules
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