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The next China shock will come from open-source AI

The Financial Times reports that the next major economic disruption from China will stem from its open-source AI models, which are spreading globally and will lead countries to adopt Chinese technical standards and governance frameworks. The article highlights that as nations integrate these models, they will also absorb China's approach to AI regulation and data management, potentially reshaping global tech norms.

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Financial Times TechnologyCountries adopting Chinese models will also absorb Chinese standards and governance

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