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Re:Apple Removes Apps from China Store That Help Internet Us... by threeseed on Saturday July 29, 2017 @08:14AM (#14880813)
This is simplistic and short term thinking.

Companies can help to progress the cause of free speech in oppressive lands over the long term. Yes, Apple is not going to facilitate VPN usage but the wealth of content and learning opportunities provided by mobile apps is also worth something.

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Re:Apple Removes Apps from China Store That Help Internet Us... by vetinari on Saturday July 29, 2017 @08:17AM (#14880830)
> Companies can help to progress the cause of free speech in oppressive lands

Only if it makes business sense - i.e. changing government in that "oppressive lands" will lead to more business. If it would lead to less profit, or risk existing positions, nothing will be done.

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