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I took GP to be asking a question with regards to surveillance specifically. I think this might be a realm where competition brings an arms-race with negative c

I took GP to be asking a question with regards to surveillance specifically. I think this might be a realm where competition brings an arms-race with negative consequences for citizens. I think China having data gives the US more of a reason to have data, and vice versa. That being said, the NSA might start disclosing vulnerabilities quicker if China stepped up their exploit game.

luckylion 8y ago
Possibly, but so far the NSA didn't show any restraint, so how big is the risk that they get more appetite? On the other hand, it might well be that "you spy on us? we'll buy from China then" makes them take it down a notch, and the same will apply to China. Choice limits the power the supplier has over the buyer. Of course, it could also lead to the two global powers having an agreement, splitting up the world and nothing really changes, but if there's a chance, there is hope.