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New Threats from Old Adversaries - Democracy, Misinformation, and Cyber Campaigns

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

Overview

Explore the evolving landscape of cyber threats to democracy in this 43-minute panel discussion featuring experts from Microsoft, the Department of Homeland Security, and leading think tanks. Delve into the strategic aims of adversaries, the impact of misinformation campaigns beyond elections, and the challenges of coordinating responses across government and private sectors. Examine the "Kremlin Playbook" and its implications for global security, while considering the potential risks and benefits of emerging technologies like Face App. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of current cybersecurity measures, and engage with critical questions about the future of digital democracy. Discover two primary approaches to addressing these challenges and their potential outcomes as discussed by this panel of distinguished security and policy experts.

Syllabus

Introduction
No Collusion
Strategic Aims
This Was Not Just About Elections
Coordination Gaps
The Kremlin Playbook
The Face App
Are there technological solutions
Other technologies
Strengths
Important Questions
Two Ways to Deal With This
The Results

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The Aspen Institute

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