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China's electric vehicle market benefits from massive government subsidies, allowing companies like BYD to sell vehicles at lower prices compared to the U.S. This raises concerns about American competitiveness in the global EV market.

There is a concern that digital ID cards could lead to a system similar to China's social credit system.

The introduction of digital ID cards is seen as a move towards building an infrastructure of control, similar to the Chinese model.

The U.S. needs to learn from China's ability to implement technologies quickly and efficiently, while maintaining its own strengths in innovation and creativity.

Super apps like WeChat in China allow users to perform a wide range of activities, from paying bills to buying furniture, all within a single app.

The U.S. financial system is lagging behind due to regulatory capture, with ACH taking three days to settle and high costs for wire transfers. In contrast, Brazil's PIX system offers immediate digital clearing, a model that the U.S. should envy rather than criticize.

The digital ID system could lead to a situation similar to China's social credit system, where citizens' behaviors are controlled and restricted based on their compliance.

The Chinese government can appeal to countries by offering open-source AI models optimized for their chips, contrasting with the U.S.'s restrictive policies. This strategy could position China as a reliable AI partner.

The lack of AI regulation in China could pose a global danger if the U.S. falls behind due to excessive restrictions.

The ability to send a billion dollars from the U.S. to Beijing in 10 minutes for just $3 via Bitcoin illustrates the challenges of regulating cryptocurrency.