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#736: A Strategic Deep Dive on TikTok, The Boiling Moat of Taiwan, and China’s Next-Gen Statecraft — Matt Pottinger, Former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor

The Tim Ferriss Show

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Espionage in the Digital Age

This chapter explores modern espionage techniques, particularly focusing on how Chinese agents utilize social media like LinkedIn for connections and information gathering. The discussion highlights the manipulative use of technology, such as deepfakes, and emphasizes the need for awareness against espionage tactics linked to the Chinese Communist Party. By examining the implications of Chinese influence and citizenship abroad, the chapter underscores the urgency of supporting those escaping authoritarian regimes.

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