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Future Shocks - Cyberwar without Rules

World Economic Forum via YouTube

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Explore the complex landscape of cyberwarfare in this World Economic Forum panel discussion. Delve into the risks of escalating cyber conflicts, the absence of established rules, and the potential for unpredictable confrontations. Learn from experts in national security, technology, and academia as they discuss the impacts of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on cybersecurity. Examine topics such as modern laws of war, responsibility in cyberspace, the role of major tech companies, and the challenges of artificial intelligence. Gain insights into critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, autonomous weapons, and the need for rapid response capabilities. Consider the importance of updating international laws, regulating software, and establishing new conventions to address the evolving nature of cyber threats.

Syllabus

Introduction
Modern Laws of War
Whos Responsible
Microsofts Role
Whose Responsibility
War without Rules
The Geneva Convention
Rules do matter
Four distinct attacks on the Internet
Response to an attack on an American election
Risks of artificial intelligence
What are the vulnerabilities
Autonomous weapons
Do and Dont buttons
Rapid Response
Cyber sophistication
Software regulation
Build on Existing Law
The Electric Grid
Critical Infrastructure
New Conventions
Updating Security
International Law Against Espionage

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World Economic Forum

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