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Deep Dive | Is Beijing taking more control over big tech through golden shares?

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Recently, concerns have grown that Beijing is tightening control of big tech platforms – including Alibaba and ByteDance – via so-called "golden share" arrangements.
Recap: A golden share is a form of special management share that allows a state-backed investor to buy a tiny stake (usually 1%) in a...



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