Big Technology Podcast Russia and The Information War — With Miriam Elder
Mar 9, 2022
Miriam Elder, executive editor at Vanity Fair Hive and former Moscow correspondent for The Guardian, dives deep into Russia's information war alongside its conflict in Ukraine. She reveals how Russia's social media strategies are faltering and the complexities of propaganda within Russian society. The discussion also touches on the economic impact of sanctions, the challenges faced by journalists in Russia, and the struggles of Bitcoin to seize opportunities amidst this turmoil. Elder's insights illuminate the intricate relationship between media, power, and global finance.
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Return to Russia
- Miriam Elder's parents fled Soviet Russia and met in New York.
- Despite growing up American, she felt drawn back to Russia, working there as a journalist during key political moments.
Information Warfare and Political Goals
- Information warfare tactics must align with political goals.
- Putin's goal shifted from maintaining power to securing his legacy, explaining the invasion of Ukraine.
The Goal of Russian Propaganda
- Russia's propaganda aims to create doubt, not necessarily to make Russia look good.
- This tactic muddies the waters and deflects from Russia's actions by highlighting others' flaws.