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The original was posted on /r/linustechtips by /u/TheCuriousBread on 2025-07-10 17:02:39+00:00.

"A deal with Google will see the tech giant provide free technology for UK government services from the NHS to local councils.

Technology Secretary Peter Kyle said he is determined to “break free” from the “ball-and-chain” technology used in more than a quarter of public sector systems and some 70% of police forces and NHS trusts.

He said Google could invest hundreds of millions into Britain’s public sector technology under the partnership, which will not see the Government pay."

As the adage goes, if you’re not paying, you’re the product. What is Google’s game here?