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Massive leak exposes how China’s ‘Great Firewall’ is being exported to other countries

Massive leak exposes how China’s ‘Great Firewall’ is being exported to other countries

Summary

A document leak has revealed that China is exporting its internet censorship tools, known as the "Great Firewall," to other countries. These countries include Myanmar, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, and Ethiopia.

Key Facts

  • China uses the "Great Firewall" to control internet access and censor online content within its borders.
  • A leak of documents indicated that a Chinese company is helping other countries implement similar internet censorship tools.
  • Countries mentioned in the leak include Myanmar, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, and Ethiopia.
  • The exported tools are used to limit access to certain foreign websites and information.
  • WIRED senior writer Zeyi Yang discussed these findings in an interview with Ali Rogin.
  • The export of such tools raises concerns about increasing internet control and censorship in these countries.

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