Geopolitical Economy Report

Israel's pager attack in Lebanon will blow back: Western tech can't be trusted anymore

Sep 24, 2024
Ben Norton, a geopolitical analyst, discusses the recent Israeli bombing in Lebanon involving explosives in pagers. This act has stirred international condemnation and raised critical questions about the trustworthiness of Western technology. Norton argues that such incidents amplify skepticism towards U.S. tech firms, prompting Global South countries to increasingly turn to Chinese alternatives. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of technology weaponization and the shifting dynamics in global supply chains amid rising geopolitical tensions.
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