Renee DiResta and Carl Miller discuss the risks AI poses to elections. They explore deep fakes, combating hate speech and misinformation, accessing data for analysis, and the need for transparency from platforms. Implementing digital morality blockouts and circuit breakers is suggested to reduce negative engagement.

Carl Miller, a journalist and author of *The Death of the Gods*, joins the conversation to unravel the mysteries of the dark web. He discusses the myths surrounding 'red rooms' and the reality of online assassinations. Surprisingly, many hitman services are scams rather than genuine threats. Miller also dives into the odd juxtaposition of customer service in illicit operations and the evolution of cybercrime. Laughably absurd, he reveals both the incompetence of supposed hitmen and the ethical dilemmas faced by anyone aware of threats. It's a wild ride into the underbelly of the internet!

Join Carl Miller, an award-winning journalist and dark web expert, as he unveils the chilling realities of the internet's underbelly. He discusses his harrowing experiences with hitman websites and the disturbing trend of individuals seeking hired killers. Learn about a real-life kill list investigation following a murder, where journalists faced ethical dilemmas and the challenge of notifying potential victims. Miller emphasizes the vital need for awareness and the psychological toll of navigating such dangerous digital landscapes.

Madhumita Murgia, AI Editor for The Financial Times and author of "Code Dependent", joins Carl Miller, co-founder of the Centre for the Analysis of Social Media at Demos. They dive into the unforeseen consequences of AI on society, tackling issues from widening economic divides to AI's impact on healthcare. The conversation highlights the need for understanding local contexts in AI implementations and critiques the dependency of governments on big tech, raising important questions about accountability and the human side of technology.

Great ideas often come from a simple spark: A soccer player on the New Zealand national team notices all the unused wool his country produces and figures out a way to turn them into shoes (Allbirds). A former Buddhist monk decides the very best way to spread his mindfulness teachings is by launching an app (Headspace). A sandwich cart vendor finds a way to reuse leftover pita bread and turns it into a multimillion-dollar business (Stacy's Pita Chips). In this week's episode award-winning journalist and NPR host Guy Raz speaks to Carl Miller about uncovering the stories of highly successful entrepreneurs. To find out more about Guy's book click here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Built-This-Unexpected-Entrepreneurs/dp/0358216761 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/intelligencesquared.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices