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#15: Bill Drexel on AI, China, and National Security

Center for AI Policy Podcast

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Surveillance and Control in China: The AI Paradox

This chapter examines the authoritarian tactics employed by the Chinese government through AI surveillance, particularly in Xinjiang and Kashgar, highlighting their implications for governance and social behavior. It discusses the technological advancements spurred by COVID-19 measures and their role in a growing surveillance state, including the use of AI for censorship and control over dissent. Additionally, it addresses the competitive landscape of AI development in China, the challenges of transparency, and the potential national security risks posed by the misuse of advanced technologies.

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