UK has most globalised ICT market in the world, says new report

Report may make life uncomfortable for Theresa May

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Economist Intelligence findings skewed by openness of UK to foreign direct investment. And what are the security implications?

A new report identifies strong links between digital openness, ICT globalisation, and economic growth. The ICT Globalisation Index, published today by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), find...

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