AI Ascendancy: Power and Politics in the Age of Machines

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AI Ascendancy: Power and Politics in the Age of Machines

A deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence and its influence on global power dynamics. The show explores the historical, political, and economic factors that have shaped AI's development and its impact on international relations.

Episodes

  1. 7 DEC

    The Future of AI: Predictions, Hopes, and Fears

    In our final episode, we look to the future of AI. We discuss predictions for AI's development, the hopes and fears surrounding these technologies, and the potential for AI to reshape our world in ways we can't yet fully imagine.

    15 min

  2. 30 NOV

    AI and Human Rights: Bias, Discrimination, and Social Justice

    In Episode 7, we explore the human rights implications of AI. We discuss the potential for AI to perpetuate bias and discrimination, the impact on social justice, and the role of AI in human rights advocacy.

    15 min

  3. 22 NOV

    AI and Democracy: Disinformation, Polarization, and Election Interference

    Episode 6 investigates the impact of AI on democracy. We examine the role of AI in spreading disinformation and polarization, the threat to election integrity, and the potential for AI to enhance or undermine democratic governance.

    18 min

  4. 16 NOV

    AI and Surveillance: Privacy, Ethics, and Regulation

    In Episode 5, we delve into the controversial world of AI and surveillance. We discuss the privacy and ethical implications of AI-powered surveillance technologies, the regulatory challenges they pose, and the potential for abuse by state and non-state actors.

    17 min

  5. 9 NOV

    AI and Diplomacy: Soft Power in the Digital Age

    Episode 4 explores the role of AI in diplomacy and international relations. We discuss how AI is being used to project soft power, the implications for diplomacy, and the potential for AI to reshape the global balance of power.

    17 min

  6. 1 NOV

    AI and Warfare: Autonomous Weapons and Cybersecurity

    In Episode 3, we turn our attention to the military implications of AI. We discuss the development of autonomous weapons, the role of AI in cybersecurity, and the ethical and strategic dilemmas posed by these technologies.

    16 min

  7. 26 OCT

    AI and the Economy: Automation, Job Market and Wealth Inequality

    Episode 2 delves into the economic implications of AI. We explore how automation and AI are transforming the job market, the potential impacts on wealth inequality, and the ways in which countries are positioning themselves in the global AI economy.

    15 min

  8. 19 OCT

    The Birth of AI: A Historical Perspective

    In our inaugural episode, we trace the origins of artificial intelligence, from its conceptual beginnings in the minds of philosophers and mathematicians, to the birth of the digital computer. We examine the key figures and events that have shaped AI's development, and the societal and technological factors that have influenced its trajectory.

    14 min
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A deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence and its influence on global power dynamics. The show explores the historical, political, and economic factors that have shaped AI's development and its impact on international relations.

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