Nuclear Secrets and Technological Threats

This chapter examines the intricate relationship between nuclear weapons, government secrecy, and the implications of lost nuclear warheads. It discusses the impacts of advanced technologies such as AI and quantum computing on national security, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in encryption and cybersecurity. The conversation also delves into the geopolitical competition between the U.S. and China, alongside speculative advancements in science that could disrupt current technological paradigms.