As I mentioned in my acceptance speech, I will “take this award as a reminder and courage to keep pushing forward, no matter what challenges are ahead.” Thanks again to those who have always been there and supported me!

ICYMI: It is my pleasure to be invited to discuss this very interesting project about the unique features of SK's internet infrastructure with @Jenny__Jun. Thanks @_elsehow and @CLTCBerkeley for having me and looking forward to seeing you all on April 16th!

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This was a busy week at @isanet in SF! Catching and meeting up w/ friends and colleagues, two presentations, and learning a lot from the sessions. More work to be done but gain encouragement and get refreshed.

Rather than deep diving into each case in this 🧵, three Southeast Asian cases assert that data localization is driven by a state’s comprehensive understanding of the network effect. Specifically, the state’s perspective on the economic impact and security implications is crucial. 8/

Data results in increased value and gains (network effect). As both network perception and security externality emerge as significant factors to data lolcalization, both NEGATIVE network perception and NEGATIVE security externality must be present as a necessary condition. 6/