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The Political Scene | The New Yorker cover image

Elon Musk’s A.I.-Driven Government Coup

The Political Scene | The New Yorker

CHAPTER

Techno-Fascism and Governance

This chapter examines the intersection of technology and governance through the lens of Elon Musk and his project, Doge. It highlights the contradictions in applying underdeveloped AI technologies to political power while discussing the implications of a technology-driven approach to government. The conversation raises critical questions about reliability and accountability in AI-assisted decision-making and the historical context of cybernetics in governance.

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