Listen "The New Tech World Order"
Episode Synopsis
For most of our history, the realm of international relations was dominated by nation-states. They waged wars and signed treaties through the framework of governance. But today, more so than ever before, tech titans are acting as unilateral decision-makers, upsetting the balance and structure of global power around the world.
Featured Guests:
Rana Foroohar (Global Business Columnist and Associate Editor, Financial Times; Global Economic Analyst, CNN)
Adam Segal (Ira A. Lipman Chair in Emerging Technologies and Director of the Digital and Cyberspace Policy Program, CFR)
For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/wim/new-tech-world-order
Featured Guests:
Rana Foroohar (Global Business Columnist and Associate Editor, Financial Times; Global Economic Analyst, CNN)
Adam Segal (Ira A. Lipman Chair in Emerging Technologies and Director of the Digital and Cyberspace Policy Program, CFR)
For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/wim/new-tech-world-order
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