Jen Schradie on Superpowers in the Age of Tech Titans

Is power in the Digital Age becoming more concentrated than ever? On The Debate, France 24 brings together global experts, including BCNM alumni Jen Schradie to examine the rising influence of tech billionaires, the competition for AI dominance, and the political implications of corporate control over data and governance.

The discussion follows Elon Musk’s recent bid to buy OpenAI from Sam Altman—an offer swiftly rejected—and the broader tensions surrounding AI regulation. As Altman attends the AI summit in Paris, co-hosted by France and India, panelists consider whether Silicon Valley tech giants should be courted or challenged in the global race for technological supremacy.

Who should set the rules for AI governance? How do nations outside the US and China navigate this power struggle while ensuring citizen rights and trust in an era of increasing digital uncertainty?

"Is it a battle for market share, or a battle of values?"

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