Xi Tightens Internet Grip in China

The video discusses China's transformation under Xi Jinping since 2012, focusing on increased censorship and control over the internet and media. It highlights Xi's vision for innovation and higher quality growth, juxtaposed with stricter internet management and content control. The sophisticated censorship regime involves tech companies like Tencent, Alibaba, and Baidu, which are compelled to develop AI systems to filter content. The video also notes the closure of thousands of websites and the crackdown on VPNs, emphasizing the shift from an open internet to a controlled intranet in China.

What impact has the crackdown on VPNs had on internet access in China?

In what ways does the current internet environment in China resemble an intranet?