Red cloud rising: cloud computing in China
April 9, 2014
Grazed from Eldis. Author: Editorial Staff.
In recent years the Chinese government has prioritized the development of cloud computing technology with the twin goals of expanding Chinese military and civilian access to cloud computing information technology (IT) resources and creating an internationally competitive Chinese cloud computing service industry.
This brief argues that China’s plans in this area have the potential to materially impact US economic and security interests. The emergence of China-based cloud computing services and solutions may raise significant concerns for US consumers, particularly if their data is being stored or processed using infrastructure located within Mainland China…
Chinese progress in cloud computing is also important due to the Chinese military’s demonstrated interest in developing and procuring advanced cloud computing technologies…
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