China's Tech Giants Aren't Copycats Anymore

China's tech industry, led by giants like Tencent and Alibaba, has evolved from being seen as copycats to becoming serious competitors to Silicon Valley. The Great Firewall has allowed local companies to grow without foreign competition, leading to massive success. However, US-China tensions, including accusations of intellectual property theft and trade wars, pose challenges. Chinese companies like Huawei have gained global recognition, but they must convince other nations of their benign intentions to continue expanding.

Which Chinese company was initially known for its QQ instant messaging app, which resembled a popular US app?

• Huawei

• Alibaba

• Baidu

• Tencent

What is the name of the system that has effectively isolated China's internet from the rest of the world?

• The Great Wall

• The Great Firewall

• The Cyber Barrier

• The Firewall of China

How did the Great Firewall benefit Chinese tech companies?

• By providing faster internet speeds

• By blocking foreign competition

• By offering government subsidies

• By increasing data privacy

What accusation has been made against China regarding its international tech practices?

• Overpricing their products

• Stealing overseas know-how

• Monopolizing the global market

• Ignoring environmental regulations

Which Chinese tech company overtook Apple in global smartphone share in 2018?

• Vivo

• Oppo

• Xiaomi

• Huawei