In the span of just a few decades, China has transformed into a science and technology superpower. But how did it get here and where is it headed? Take an insider’s tour of high-profile tech companies and labs that are driving China’s meteoric rise to the forefront of global innovation. How does China innovate? What drives its bid for technological supremacy? And what does its rise mean for the future of the global economy?
Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:10 The Rise of Science and Technology in China 06:15 What Is 5G and How Can It Help China? 16:50 The Impact of Work Culture in China 21:29 Huawei Ban in the United States 25:33 What Makes China’s Technology More Successful? 32:46 China Cracks Down on Innovation in Risky Areas 39:18 Tech War Over Semiconductor Production 50:18 Conclusion
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