Shanghai Supports International Data Center Construction to Underpin Computing Power Services and Related Cross-Border Digital Services

36Kr learned that the Shanghai Municipal Cyberspace Administration and the Shanghai Municipal Data Administration have issued the "Several Measures on Promoting High-Standard Opening Up and Facilitating Cross-Border Data Flows in Shanghai." The measures call for improving cross-border data flow infrastructure. They include deepening the construction of the National Blockchain Network (Shanghai Hub) and strengthening foundational capabilities such as distributed digital identity, privacy computing, and cross-chain services. The measures also support the construction of cross-border data flow service facilities, explore cross-border data service models based on mutual recognition of rules, and promote their application in scenarios such as finance and automotive. Lingang New Area, the Hongqiao International Central Business District, and Pudong New Area are supported in building high ground for international data cooperation. The measures further support the construction of international data centers to underpin the computing power services industry and related cross-border digital services.