Could tech giants get us out of lockdown?

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Could tech giants get us out of lockdown?

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Technology might be the answer to our problems - but could we be giving up our privacy in return for our liberty? Guest: Danny Fortson, The Sunday Times West Coast correspondent Host: David Aaronovitch See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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