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Research decoupling persists in wake of data security issues
What happened: On April 25, Reuters reported that three European funding agencies – the German Research Foundation, Swedish Research Council and Swiss National Science Foundation – had not offered new co-funding for projects with the National Natural Science Foundation of… Read More »

NDA establishes National Data Development Institute
What happened: On April 25, the National Data Administration (NDA) established the National Data Development Institute. The new body’s mission will be conducting research on strategic data issues, producing policy recommendations on data resource development, and assisting in data economy… Read More »

Politburo holds a second AI study session after seven years
On Friday, the Politburo held a study session focused on AI. ICYDK: These monthly sessions – chaired by Xi Jinping – tackle the big-picture issues that keep senior officials up at night. This is the second time AI has been the… Read More »