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China unveils 5-year plan prioritizing AI and chips to counter US tech dominance
South China Morning PostLO·CN · US·about 10 hours ago
The rapid expansion of AI infrastructure is increasing demand for PFAS, which are used in semiconductors and other tech components, despite growing health and environmental concerns. Critics highlight the long-term risks of these 'eternal chemicals,' but the industry's reliance on them remains strong. The tension between technological progress and environmental safety is becoming more pronounced.