Trust, new technologies and geopolitics in an uncertain world
- ISBN: 9783034358453
- Editorial: Peter Lang
- Fecha de la edición: 2026
- Lugar de la edición: Bruxelles. Bélgica
- Encuadernación: Rústica
- Medidas: 22 cm
- Nº Pág.: 178
- Idiomas: Inglés
In an era of global uncertainty, trust has become a critical factor shaping the relationships between nations, institutions, and individuals. This book, Trust, New Technologies and Geopolitics in an Uncertain World, offers a timely and in-depth exploration of how trust is being tested and transformed in the face of rapidly shifting geopolitical landscapes. From the fragility of democratic systems to the challenges posed by new technologies, AI, disinformation, and climate change, this book delves into the most pressing issues of our time. By examining the intersections of trust with key areas such as democracies, trade wars, and new technologies, this work provides valuable insights for policymakers, scholars, and anyone seeking to understand the complexities of today’s world. Whether you are concerned with cybersecurity, disinformation, the impact of hybrid threats, or the role of trust in international diplomacy, this book offers a comprehensive yet accessible framework to navigate these challenges. It sheds light on how understanding trust is key to addressing the geopolitical uncertainties that define our age.
List of Figures
Contributions and Acknowledgments
Introduction
Trust and Uncertainty or Change/Transformation
The International Community: Balancing Trust and Expectations
Trust and the Economy
Trust and International Relations
Objective and Structure of the Book
Limitations of the Research
Conclusion and Interest of the Book
Chapter 1 Democracy and Trust
I. The Paradoxes of Trust and Democracy
II. Democracy Regressing Worldwide
III. Trust in Western Democracies at Stake
IV. Individual or Social Trust? Analyzing How Trust Works in Democracies
V. Trust, Power, and Exclusion
VI. The Decreasing Trust in Institutions
Chapter 2 New Technologies and the Use of Power
I. Main Trends
Data and Privacy
Cyberattacks, Hybrid Attacks, and Foreign Interference
The Internet of Things (IoT)—5G and 6G
II. Artificial Intelligence
Algorithmic Biases and Prejudices
Privacy Concerns
Intellectual Property
Transparency and Accountability Concerns
Identity Breaches
AI Applied to Surveillance
The AI ACT. The European Regulation of AI
III. High Risks Technologies
Facial Recognition Technology (FRT)
The Storage of Biometric Data
Massive Surveillance at the Use of Power
The Use of Technology in China As a Case Study
Conclusion
Chapter 3 Disinformation As a New Threat for Global Geopolitics
I. Introduction
II. Processes and Impacts of Disinformation
III. Examples of Interference
Narratives About COVID-19 Vaccines in Multiple EU Countries (2020–2021)
Fabricated Stories About Ukrainian Refugees
The Doppelgänger Campaign
Disinformation on Energy and Climate
IV. Social Media Manipulation
Manipulation During the Brexit Referendum
Hate Narratives
Disinformation about the 2025 Wildfires in Los Angeles California
Cross Platforms Manipulation
Disinformation about USAID Shutdown
V. Coordinated Inauthentic Behaviour and Interference in Elections
VI. Remaining Challenges
Conclusion
Chapter 4 Climate Action and SDGs Jeopardized in a Fragmented Environment
I. The Sustainable Development Goals
II. The Limitations and Barriers: Inconsistent Global Policies, Funding, Accountability, and Lack of Will
III. Toward the Emergence of Strong Trust Community Networks
Conclusion Trade Conflicts Amid Global Tensions
Trade Tensions
Can Dialogue Still Be an Option?
Explaining the Barriers to Trust
