Uzbekistan Eases Data Localization Law to Attract Tech Firms
Uzbekistan is easing its once strict data localization law to boost economic growth and digitalization. Moves to cooperate with Google and explore YouTube monetization potential offer new opportunities for domestic and international tech firms.
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