How the US Weaponizes Tech in the Middle East w/ Laleh Khalili
Tech Won't Save Us
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Tech, Power, and Geopolitics
This chapter examines the United States' self-appointed role as a global power, emphasizing its efforts to maintain technological superiority over nations like Iran and China. It explores the interplay of U.S. policies, historical warfare, and the evolving dynamics of foreign policy, particularly in the Middle East, highlighting technological partnerships and surveillance. The discussion also critiques the implications of these actions for labor dynamics, alliances, and the narrative surrounding human rights amidst an ongoing geopolitical competition.
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