Deflection and Deception in the Age of AI

This chapter explores the behaviors of individuals who utilize deflection tactics to evade accountability, drawing parallels with wasps and their manipulative relationships with viruses. The discussion broadens to encompass the influence of major technology firms on public perception and the implications of artificial intelligence in society, framed within metaphorical references to Tolkien's narratives. Ultimately, the chapter critiques the power dynamics inherent in surveillance technologies and their potential impact on human freedom and morality.