How China uses persuasive technology for social control

<p>As companies across the world pursue generative AI technology, new forms of manipulation become possible. <br /><br />At the forefront of this are neurotechnologies, which directly connect to your brain and collect your brain data, and persuasive technologies, which can use that data to influence how you feel. <br /><br />In countries like China where the tech industry is controlled by the government, the use of these technologies for disinformation and social control has already taken hold.<br /><br />Today - senior analyst at the Mercator Institute for China Studies Daria Impiomabato on the rise of persuasive technologies, and the ways we could be exploited without even knowing.</p> <p><br />If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.</p> <p><br />Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram</p> <p>Guest: Senior analyst at the Mercator Institute for China Studies Daria Impiomabato</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>