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Vitalik Buterin & Noah Smith | Is Authoritarianism Inevitable?

"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

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Navigating Information Warfare in a Globalized World

This chapter examines the intricate dynamics of information warfare, contrasting the proactive strategies of authoritarian regimes like China and Russia with the U.S.'s more passive approach. It highlights the implications of borderless information on national sovereignty and the importance of information pluralism in countering dominant narratives. The discussion also explores potential technological solutions, such as blockchain, to enhance communication and privacy in oppressive environments.

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