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The invisible $1.52 trillion problem: clunky old software

9 mins | Mar 7, 2024
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Old code accumulates, raising the risk of hacks and other breaches, even on new devices. Christopher Mims reflects on the world's compounding 'technical debt', which ultimately poses a significant threat to national security and economic stability. Read by Michael Satow.

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