🧠 In this thought-provoking conversation, Steven Feldstein takes us on a captivating exploration of the dark underbelly of AI, where the lines between technology and tyranny blur. He unveils the unsettling truth about how repressive regimes are weaponizing AI to surveil, control, and silence dissent. 😨🔍

Show Notes


📖 In this episode, we journey into the world of Repressive AI with none other than Steven Feldstein, the author of "The Rise of Digital Repression: How Technology is Reshaping Power, Politics, and Resistance." (📚 Buy it here: Amazon)

🧠 Steven Feldstein, a leading authority in the field, guides us through the complexities of how technology and AI are reshaping the dynamics of power, politics, and resistance. We dive deep into the dark side of AI and its implications for democracy, governance, and global politics.

🔍 In his latest journal article, "The Consequences of Generative AI for Democracy, Governance, and War," published in Global Politics and Strategy, Survival, Volume 65, 2023 - Issue 5, Steven Feldstein sheds light on the far-reaching consequences of generative AI. We discuss the findings and their impact on our world today.

🧠 In this thought-provoking conversation, Steven Feldstein takes us on a captivating exploration of the dark underbelly of AI, where the lines between technology and tyranny blur. He unveils the unsettling truth about how repressive regimes are weaponizing AI to surveil, control, and silence dissent. 😨🔍
Show Notes 
📖 In this episode, we journey into the world of Repressive AI with none other than Steven Feldstein, the author of "The Rise of Digital Repression: How Technology is Reshaping Power, Politics, and Resistance." (📚 Buy it here: <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Rise-Digital-Repression-Technology-Resistance/dp/0190057491">Amazon</a>)
🧠 Steven Feldstein, a leading authority in the field, guides us through the complexities of how technology and AI are reshaping the dynamics of power, politics, and resistance. We dive deep into the dark side of AI and its implications for democracy, governance, and global politics.
🔍 In his latest journal article, "The Consequences of Generative AI for Democracy, Governance, and War," published in Global Politics and Strategy, Survival, Volume 65, 2023 - Issue 5, Steven Feldstein sheds light on the far-reaching consequences of generative AI. We discuss the findings and their impact on our world today.

The Focus is the flagship current affairs podcast of SAGE International, an independent, Adelaide-based geopolitical  think tank.

Hosted by Dr. John Bruni—a veteran geopolitical commentator with over 24 years in the Australian media—The Focus brings a critical edge to global affairs. John's expertise is built on decades of experience, including time with the Royal United Services Institute of Australia, work as a university lecturer, senatorial foreign affairs adviser, analyst for Jane’s Intelligence Review, and Gulf-based military analyst.

Produced by Neil Smart, The Focus cuts through the noise of biased media to deliver sharp, informed insights into the major issues shaping Australia and the world. In an age of global disruption and complexity, knowing which questions to ask is more vital than ever.

The Focus&nbsp;is the flagship current affairs podcast of&nbsp;SAGE International, an independent, Adelaide-based geopolitical &nbsp;think tank.
Hosted by&nbsp;Dr. John Bruni&mdash;a veteran geopolitical commentator with over 24 years in the Australian media&mdash;The Focus&nbsp;brings a critical edge to global affairs. John's expertise is built on decades of experience, including time with the&nbsp;Royal United Services Institute of Australia, work as a university lecturer, senatorial foreign affairs adviser, analyst for&nbsp;Jane&rsquo;s Intelligence Review, and Gulf-based military analyst.
Produced by&nbsp;Neil Smart,&nbsp;The Focus&nbsp;cuts through the noise of biased media to deliver sharp, informed insights into the major issues shaping Australia and the world. In an age of global disruption and complexity, knowing which questions to ask is more vital than ever.