Mark Leonard's World in 30 Minutes
Algorithmic agendas: The globalisation of political technology
May 24, 2024
Explore the global spread of political technology from its roots in Russia, affecting democracies worldwide. Learn about the manipulation tactics used, including data mining, astroturfing, and propaganda apps. Discover how political technology influences elections in various countries, and the challenges democracies face in defending themselves against manipulation techniques.
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- Political technology has evolved from Russian origins to a global phenomenon, impacting democracies worldwide with manipulation techniques.
- Democracies combat political technology by promoting transparency and resilience to counter covert manipulation.
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Rise of Political Technology
Political technology, a term coined in Russia, entails engineering politics by rigging elections and manipulating public opinion. Initially prevalent in Soviet and post-Soviet contexts, this practice has extended globally, infiltrating Europe, the US, and other regions. The spread of these techniques, including propaganda, from Russia to various countries underscores the universal nature of political manipulation.
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