In this clip, we explore the hidden power struggle between Big Tech, governments, and global citizens—a dynamic that’s rapidly shifting in today’s world.The discussion dives deep into how subsea cables have become a tool of geopolitical strategy, with the US, China, and Australia competing for control over critical infrastructure. From undersea cables to cable repair fleets, we uncover the rising tensions across the Asia-Pacific and South Pacific regions, with parallels to pre-World War I telegraph cable wars.But this story goes beyond infrastructure. We also break down the growing collusion between Big Tech and state power. Once viewed as separate forces, tech giants like Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, and Palantir are now working closely with defense departments, from Project Maven to surveillance programs in Gaza.The conversation highlights why citizens’ rights, state control, and corporate power are more entangled than ever—raising serious questions about tech neutrality, military ethics, and geopolitical influence in the age of AI and cyber warfare.Mentioned Book: Counter Intelligence by Robert HanniganTopics Covered:Subsea cables geopolitics Cloud & defense tech collusion Big Tech’s evolving role in warfare Why India and Europe lag behind infrastructure 🇮🇳🇪🇺Historical parallels to WWI
The Great Tech Game Podcast: Geopolitics, Technology, Business and Global Affairs, with Anirudh Suri