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Microsoft Bing censors politically sensitive Chinese terms

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MS Filters Sensitive Search Results

But on the other hand they are making millions on the Chinese market, so the ends (suppression of democracy and free speech) do justify the means (profit) in their eyes.

Meanwhile over in Russia, MS suspends sales while saying:

"These actions add to those we have previously detailed on protection from cyberattacks, protection from state-sponsored disinformation, support for humanitarian aid and protection of our employees."

So at least they are inconsistent when dealing with oppression.

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