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375. Of Vampires and Empires (ft. Paris Marx)

This Machine Kills

CHAPTER

Tech Giants and Global Power Dynamics

This chapter explores the implications of tech companies like Google and Amazon establishing data centers globally, particularly in developing nations. It critically examines the economic promises made by these firms, the exploitative negotiations with local governments, and their intertwining relationships with military and state entities. The conversation highlights the geopolitical forces at play, including competition with China and shifting dependencies on American cloud infrastructure among global allies.

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