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> I think FaceApp in particular strikes a chord in the United States because it's owned by a Russian Company. So, it's purely Xenophobia then.
by umeshunni 7y ago
> I think FaceApp in particular strikes a chord in the United States because it's owned by a Russian Company.
So, it's purely Xenophobia then.
- bengotow 7y agoHmm, perhaps - though I feel the distrust progressives in the US feel toward Russia is warranted given their (well investigated) efforts to meddle in US politics, etc. I think xenophobia is more of an /unwarranted/ fear + hatred. It is unfortunate that this fear extends to private Russian businesses, but it's difficult to discern how separate entities really are in tightly managed countries. I totally agree this is getting into some cold-war-era territory though... US vs. Huawei has a similar vibe.