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Half the world’s population is under 30—yet young people are often left out of the conversations shaping their future. In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna sits down with Eugenia Olliaro, a global leader in responsible technology for children and youth engagement. From her work at UNICEF’s Responsible Data for Children initiative to advising international organizations, Eugenia shares why meaningful youth participation is critical for shaping policies, technology, and data governance.We explore:🧒 Why young people are excluded from key decisions—and how to change that🔍 The risks and opportunities of children’s data in a connected world🌍 Global examples of countries doing youth engagement right🗣️ How language, culture, and local context impact participation👥 What it takes to move beyond tokenism to real inclusionIf you care about the intersection of technology, rights, and the next generation’s voice, this conversation is for you.🕒 Chapters00:00 – Why Youth Voices Matter02:15 – The Power of a Young World05:40 – Why Youth Get Left Out09:20 – Kids’ Data: Risks & Rewards14:05 – Youth Engagement That Works18:50 – Beyond Tokenism23:10 – Culture & Context Matter27:40 – Tips for Policymakers & Tech Leaders31:25 – Final Call to ActionLINK TO SURVEY! 👋 Stay in the Loop- Follow Eugenia on LinkedIn! 🔗 Full transcript + sources → https://rethinktech.substack.com/ 📩 Free episode briefs → link pinned in comments Hosts: Aparna Bhushan | Harinda Katugaha👍 Like • 🔔 Subscribe • 🔄 Share

In this episode of Rethinking Tech, host Aparna sits down with Bo Viktor Nylund, a seasoned humanitarian leader and author of When Everything Falls Apart: Exploring Liminality at UNICEF.As global systems crack under pressure, from war and economic uncertainty to crumbling institutions, Aparna and Bo Viktor explore the concept of liminality: the unsettling in-between state when the old has collapsed but the new has yet to form.Together, they dive into:🔍 What liminality really means (and why it matters now)🌍 How societies and institutions respond in times of breakdown🏛️ How organizations can survive and even thrive through chaos🤖 The evolving role of technology in uncertain timesIf you're feeling disoriented by the state of the world, this conversation offers clarity, reflection, and a unique lens for understanding change.🕙 Chapters00:00 Navigating Change Management and Teleworking04:29 Transitioning from Law to Humanitarian Work09:05 Understanding Liminality in Today's Context13:30 Historical Perspectives on Liminal Periods17:54 The Urgency of Change in Global Institutions23:04 Embracing Youth Perspectives in Decision Making29:27 Navigating AI's Role in Education and Child Welfare33:27 The Dual Nature of AI: Opportunities and Risks👋 Stay in the Loop🔗 Connect with Bo Viktor Nylund on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠!🔗 Full transcript + sources → https://rethinktech.substack.com/ 📩 Free episode briefs → link pinned in comments Hosts: Aparna Bhushan | Harinda Katugaha👍 Like • 🔔 Subscribe • 🔄 ShareShow YouTube you prefer deep dives over clickbait

Check out Safir on Linkedin!https://www.linkedin.com/in/safirjamal/Also visit: https://globalnomadpass.com/In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Harinda sits down with Safir Jamal, founder of Global Nomad Pass and an internationalist who’s traveled to 80+ countries, to unpack the complex, often hidden forces shaping the travel and tourism industry.From Airbnb to Booking.com, travel seems personal but it’s deeply geopolitical. Safir explains how governments, data, algorithms, and international tourism boards all play critical roles behind the scenes. We dive into:🌍 The geopolitics of travel🧠 The algorithms shaping what we see and book📊 The data powering the industry—and who really benefits from it🏛️ The role of ministries and tourism boards in shaping global mobility⏰ Timestamps02:41 The Benefits of Tourism for Local Economies50:47 The Impact of Tourism on Employment53:28 Tourism as a Tool for Education and Cultural Exchange 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on tech and power. & show your support for us! 👥 Connect & Deepen Your Insight• Aparna Bhushan — LinkedIn• Harinda Katugaha — LinkedIn• Full transcripts, sources & visuals → https://rethinktech.substack.com/🎧 Follow Rethinking Tech for weekly briefings that link technology, geopolitics, and ethics—delivered without the noise

What if we invested in peace the same way we invest in war? In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna speaks with Stefaan Verhulst, co-founder of the GovLab in New York and The Data Tank in Brussels, about the overlooked and underfunded world of PeaceTech.We explore:What is PeaceTech really?Why it’s drastically underfundedHow AI, data, and policy can support peaceCultural biases that make peace seem "soft"The potential for PeaceTech to rival Palantir, Anduril & other DefenseTech companies🕙 Chapters00:00 Intro to Stefaan Verhulst and his work03:56 Explaining PeaceTech13:30 Cultural Barriers to PeaceTech17:03 The Role of Technology in Conflict and Peace20:47 Examples of Successful Peace Tech Innovations24:49 The Future of PeaceTech and Its Potential28:26 Final Thoughts & Advice on Peace Tech👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on tech and power. & show your support for us on the following platforms:- Instagram- LinkedIn- Substack

In this episode, Aparna and Harinda take on the crisis in Ivy League education — from the growing politicization of elite universities like Harvard to the broader questions of how technology and geopolitics are rewriting the future of learning. Is the Ivy League model broken, or is it evolving to meet a new era?👉 What we cover:The attacks on Harvard and other top schools: Are they political strategies?How Ivy League institutions are struggling to stay relevant in a rapidly changing worldWhat the future of education looks like — beyond traditional universitiesThe role of AI and technology in reshaping how we learn and workThe geopolitical implications of an education system tied to national power and influenceMedia of the Week:Aparna's Pick: Trump Administration Stops New Student Visa InterviewsHarinda's Pick: The New Age of AI and Education (YouTube)📌 Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Crisis in Ivy League Education07:27 The Attack on Harvard: A Political Strategy13:02 Rethinking Education: The Future Beyond Ivy Leagues20:42 The Future of Education21:41 Technology's Impact on Education29:18 Geopolitical Implications of Education33:52 Rethinking Ivy League Education👥 Connect with Us:• Aparna Bhushan on LinkedIn• Harinda Katugaha on LinkedIn• Learn more: rethinkingtech.co🎧 Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday as we rethink the intersection of technology, politics, and education.

Welcome to Rethinking Tech's first guest interview! We’re kicking off with a powerful conversation featuring Ruth Cabal, former CNN anchor and journalist. Together, we explore how technology, AI, and social media are reshaping elections, politics, and the very foundation of truth in the digital era.👉 What we cover:Ruth’s journey as a journalist in an age of deepfakes and algorithmic manipulationThe impact of AI-generated misinformation on elections and democracyA deep dive into the Philippine elections and lessons for global democraciesHow social media, Cambridge Analytica, trolls, and disinformation campaigns have changed how voters engage with truthThe rise of historical revisionism and the challenges for journalists in an era of digital distortionThe future of AI in journalism and why human connection and trust matter more than ever📌 Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Ruth Cabal and Her Work02:23 The Impact of Deep Fakes on Journalism05:07 Reflections on Recent Global Events10:29 Overview of the Philippine Elections16:22 Political Dynamics in the Philippines23:39 The Role of Social Media in Elections28:09 The Role of Cambridge Analytica in Elections29:32 Trolls and Disinformation Campaigns31:34 Historical Revisionism and Its Impact33:12 The Scrubbing of Truth-Based Information35:21 Navigating Misinformation as a Journalist44:55 The Future of AI and Journalism48:15 The Importance of Human Connection in Technology👥 Connect with us:• ⁠⁠Ruth Cabal on LinkedIn⁠⁠• Aparna Bhushan on LinkedIn• Harinda Katugaha on LinkedIn• Learn more: rethinkingtech.co🎧 Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday and bonus interviews like this one — join us as we rethink the intersection of technology, ethics, and society.

Trump just made a massive move on TikTok — but who really wins? In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda break down the $80B deal, China’s strategy, and what it means for U.S. national security, social media, and global tech power.In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda explore:- 🇺🇸 Trump’s TikTok deal and the implications for U.S. national security.- 🇨🇳 China’s role, the algorithm, and why they may have “folded.”- 💰 The $80B valuation — who really wins and loses.- 📱 Data, privacy, and the influence of social media on politics.- 🌍 How this deal could set a global precedent for foreign tech companies.- ⚖️ The intersection of power, trade, and technology in a new era.⏰ Chapters00:00 - The TikTok Dilemma: National Security and Geopolitics05:24 - Data Privacy and National Defense10:19 - Winners and Losers in the Tech Landscape14:06 - Geopolitical Implications of the TikTok Deal19:14 - Ethical Considerations in National Security31:32 - Conclusion: The Broader Implications of the TikTok Deal📌 Stay Connected🔗 Website: rethinkingtech.co📰 Substack: rethinktech.substack.com🎧 Spotify: Rethinking Tech🍏 Apple Podcasts: Rethinking Tech📸 Instagram: @rethinking_tech💼 LinkedIn: Rethinking Tech Podcast👉 Subscribe for more deep dives into protests, politics, tech, and global power struggles.

Nepal just blacked out WhatsApp, TikTok, and more—sparking deadly protests, toppling a prime minister, and dragging India and China into chaos. One government order set off a chain reaction the world can’t ignore.In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda unpack the fallout: why a single shutdown can ignite nationwide unrest, how algorithms reward outrage, and what happens when governments, Big Tech, and citizens all fight for control of the same digital space.🔥 What you’ll discover:- How Nepal’s social-media ban triggered riots and a citizen-led government shake-up. ⚡ -Why uprisings from France to Sri Lanka rarely create lasting reform. 🌍- The high-stakes tug-of-war between governments, tech platforms, and everyday users when networks go dark. 📱- How outrage-driven algorithms push politics to the extremes. 🔥What this means for the future of free speech and digital democracy. 🗳️🕒 Chapters00:00 Global Protests: A Catalyst for Change?05:26 The Importance of Protests10:11 Nepal's Political Landscape and Geopolitics14:29 Geopolitical Implications of Nepal's Protests18:43 The Intersection of Technology and Law Enforcement23:20 The Challenges of Global Values in Tech28:10 Government Control and Public Reaction👋 Stay in the LoopAparna Bhushan → LinkedInHarinda Katugaha → LinkedIn👉 Subscribe to Rethinking Tech for weekly deep dives into tech, power, and geopolitics: rethinkingtech.substack.com

Google just walked out of the biggest antitrust trial of our time with Chrome intact, its $20B Apple deal untouched, and Big Tech’s grip stronger than ever. The court blinked — but what does that mean for the rest of us?In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda unpack the fallout: why defaults matter more than free choice, how AI quietly shaped the judge’s reasoning, and what happens when the legal system tasked with checking Big Tech might be too outdated to do the job.🔥 What you’ll discover:Why the court refused to break up Chrome 🏛️How generative AI tipped the scales in Google’s favor 🤖The $20B Apple–Google deal and the hidden power of defaults 📱What “too big to fail” means in the age of Big Tech 💥How U.S. politics and geopolitics warp antitrust outcomes 🌍The ethics of leaving tech regulation to judges ⚖️Why trust in law may now be falling faster than trust in tech itself🕒 Chapters00:00 – Google’s Antitrust Case: A Major Ruling03:01 – Understanding the Context: How We Got Here08:34 – Implications for the Tech Industry and AI12:51 – Big Tech: Too Big to Fail?17:06 – The Role of Defaults and Market Dynamics21:01 – Navigating Antitrust Challenges24:22 – The Browser Market and AI Integration27:56 – Geopolitical Implications of Tech Dominance31:47 – US Administration’s Stance on Big Tech35:54 – Consumer Sentiment and Market Dynamics39:49 – Judicial Competence in Managing Digital Markets44:54 – The Future of Law and Technology👋 Stay in the LoopAparna Bhushan → LinkedInHarinda Katugaha → LinkedIn👉 Subscribe to Rethinking Tech for weekly deep dives into tech, power, and geopolitics: rethinkingtech.substack.com

When the U.S. government takes a 10% stake in Intel, it’s not just about semiconductors — it’s about rewriting the rules of capitalism. What happens when Washington stops being just the regulator and starts acting like a shareholder?In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda explore how America’s bold new move reshapes the chip industry, global supply chains, and even geopolitics. From rare earth minerals to Germany’s industrial decline, from taxpayer bailouts to national security, this is the story of how one investment could ripple across the world.🔥 What you’ll discover:🏛️ Government intervention in capitalism — safety net or slippery slope?🔐 Why semiconductors are the new oil of national security🌍 Global consumption and geopolitical realignments in the chip war💰 Taxpayer dollars, bailouts, and Washington’s profit motives⚙️ Rare earth minerals and the next great resource scramble🇩🇪 Germany’s manufacturing challenges and what they reveal about Western industry📉 Government contracts, market distortions, and corporate power🕒 Chapters00:00 – Government Intervention in Capitalism07:55 – The Future of Tech and National Security14:03 – Geopolitical Implications of Chip Production19:17 – The Administration's Profit Motive20:06 – Rare Earth Minerals and National Security23:24 – Germany's Manufacturing Challenges27:37 – Taxpayer Dollars and Corporate Bailouts33:01 – Government Contracts and Market Dynamics👋 Stay in the LoopFull transcript + sources → rethinkingtech.substack.comHosts: Aparna Bhushan | Harinda Katugaha👍 Like • 🔔 Subscribe • 🔄 Share

What happens when AI starts raising our kids, shaping our jobs, and even becoming our companions?In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna Bhushan and Harinda Katugaha unpack the ethical dilemmas at the heart of artificial intelligence. From the classroom to the workplace to the therapist’s couch, AI isn’t just a tool — it’s becoming part of our most human relationships.🔥 What you’ll discover:The ethical landscape of AI: risks, responsibilities, and blind spots 🤔AI companions for kids — parenting aid or emotional danger? 👶Human connection vs. synthetic intimacy 💔🤖Can AI play therapist, and should it? 🛋️The real impact of AI on jobs, skills, and dignity at work 💼🕒 Chapters00:00 The Ethical Landscape of AI12:36 AI Companionship and Its Impact on Children15:26 Navigating Technology and Parenting17:28 AI Companionship vs. Human Connection19:15 The Role of AI in Therapy27:58 AI's Impact on the Workforce📌 Resources & HostsAparna Bhushan → LinkedInHarinda Katugaha → LinkedInBonus clips + transcripts → rethinkingtech.substack.com👉 Subscribe to Rethinking Tech for more conversations where technology, society, and ethics collide.

Is AI the next industrial revolution—or just the biggest bubble in tech history?In this episode of Rethinking Tech, hosts Aparna Bhushan and Harinda Katugaha break down the frenzy around artificial intelligence and why governments, billionaires, and entire nations are betting their futures on it.We take you on a journey through the promises and perils of AI:How AI is reshaping society while fueling addiction and inequalityThe role of billionaires like Elon Musk and Sam Altman in accelerating (or distorting) the hypeWho’s leading the AI race: U.S. vs. China vs. Middle East sovereign AI betsWhy regulators are stuck between innovation and safetyThe financial gamble behind GenAI—and who pays if it failsHow geopolitics, national security, and AI regulation could reshape global powerThis isn’t just another “AI future” podcast. It’s about power, money, and ethics colliding in real time.📌 Chapters00:00 The AI Hype Train: An Introduction01:37 Understanding the Impact of AI on Society04:56 The Duality of AI: Benefits and Risks07:56 The Role of Billionaires in AI Development11:49 Tech Addiction and Its Implications14:18 Key Players in the AI Landscape16:50 The Gamble of Tech Companies on AI18:33 Regulatory Responsibilities of Tech Companies19:54 The Financial Viability of Gen.AI21:25 Geopolitical Implications of AI Development22:47 US vs China: Competing AI Strategies25:58 Middle Eastern Investments in AI29:14 Sovereign AI: A New Frontier33:39 The Need for Global AI Regulation34:50 Balancing Safety and Competitiveness in AI Regulation🔗 Resources & HostsAparna Bhushan → /aparnabhushanHarinda Katugaha → /harindakBonus clips + transcripts → rethinkingtech.substack.com👉 Subscribe to Rethinking Tech for more conversations at the intersection of AI, geopolitics, and society.PLEASE fill out the Rethinking Tech Survey today - help us make RT better, for you!

Donald Trump’s latest wave of tariffs isn’t just about trade percentages—it’s about power, leverage, and reshaping global alliances. In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda unpack the chaotic ripple effects across Canada, the EU, India, and China, revealing the geopolitical strategy behind the numbers.From rare earth minerals and semiconductor supply chains to the surprising role of BRICS nations, we explore how tariffs are being used as both a negotiation tool and a political weapon. We also dive into the ethical questions—who really pays the price, and what does it mean for US consumers and global tech?📌 Topics we cover:- Why US consumers might be the biggest losers in this trade war- How tariffs are shaping alliances against (and with) China- The hidden tech and AI implications of onshoring semiconductor production- Canada’s political missteps and what they mean for trade leverage- BRICS, rare earths, and the fight for economic independence- This isn’t just economics, it’s geopolitics, tech policy, and power plays rolled into one.🕒 Chapters00:00 Understanding Trump's Tariff Strategy05:13 Geopolitical Implications of Tariffs09:18 Canada's Response to Tariffs16:35 India's Complex Relationship with Tariffs21:26 The Complex US-China Relationship25:43 US Tariffs and Their Strategic Implications30:39 Big Tech vs. Startups: A Disparity in Resources35:00 Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Geopolitics40:18 Consumer Choices and Economic Impact🔗 Connect with Us + Further Reading:• Aparna Bhushan — https://www.linkedin.com/in/aparnabhushan• Harinda Katugaha — https://www.linkedin.com/in/harindak• Full transcript, sources & bonus clips → https://rethinktech.substack.com/ LINK TO SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelTv6HGPyVXNXmc2ETSWuRdsMIH63VE01GhWlH0_HW9NpBUA/viewform?usp=header👉 Subscribe to Rethinking Tech for more conversations at the intersection of tech, society, and global change.

LINK TO SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelTv6HGPyVXNXmc2ETSWuRdsMIH63VE01GhWlH0_HW9NpBUA/viewform?usp=headerIn this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda dive into a powerful and timely conversation about the shifting meaning of the American Dream. Once seen as the land of opportunity, the United States now finds itself at a crossroads socially, politically, and economically. What does the American Dream mean today? Who is it still working for? And how are global perceptions of the U.S. changing?We explore how deep divides in politics, business, lifestyle, and values are redefining what success looks like, and why this matters not just to Americans, but to people around the world.🕒 Chapters00:00 Rethinking the American Dream11:18 The Impact of Technology on the American Dream21:26 Geopolitical Perspectives on the American Dream28:48 The Future of the American Dream🔗 Guest Links + Further Reading:• Aparna Bhushan — https://www.linkedin.com/in/aparnabhushan• Harinda Katugaha — https://www.linkedin.com/in/harindak• Full transcript, sources & bonus clips → https://rethinktech.substack.com/ 👉 Subscribe to Rethinking Tech for more conversations at the intersection of tech, society, and global change.

LINK TO SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelTv6HGPyVXNXmc2ETSWuRdsMIH63VE01GhWlH0_HW9NpBUA/viewform?usp=headerIn this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda take you deep into the hidden world of travel technology and how it’s quietly reshaping your choices, your experiences, and even your privacy.From AI-powered airline pricing and biometric surveillance at borders, to ChatGPT-planned vacations and Instagram-driven destinations, this conversation explores how tech is not just assisting our travel - it's deciding it for us.We discuss:📉 Is travel becoming too algorithmic?🛂 Are your movements being tracked and shared across borders?🏠 Has Airbnb helped gentrify entire neighborhoods?🤖 And what happens when your cruise dinner seating is decided by AI?🕒 Chapters00:00 The Intersection of Technology and Travel04:01 The Evolution of Travel Planning with Technology09:19 Consumer Rights and Data Privacy in Travel14:03 Geopolitical Implications of Travel and Technology18:13 The Digital Influence on Travel Planning22:39 Revenge Tourism Post-COVID29:34 AI and Ethical Concerns in Travel Pricing🔗 Connect with the Hosts:• Aparna Bhushan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aparnabhushan/ • Harinda Katugaha — https://www.linkedin.com/in/harindak • Full transcript, sources & bonus clips → https://rethinktech.substack.com/ Subscribe to Rethinking Tech💭 Drop your thoughts below Whether you're a frequent flyer or an occasional vacationer, this episode will make you rethink how much control you really have over your journey.

Are browsers the internet’s last battleground or its next revolution?In this episode, Aparna and Harinda unpack the browser wars of 2025 and explore why browsers—once sleepy defaults—are now central to everything from global surveillance to antitrust crackdowns to AI’s future user interface.Listen for:Why Google’s cookie phase-out changes the internet’s business modelThe geopolitics of data: digital borders, European regulation & tech sovereigntyHow OpenAI’s new browser ambitions could redefine search, advertising & discoveryWhat DOJ v. Google tells us about Big Tech’s antitrust futureEthical fault lines: ad tracking, AI hallucinations & who shapes your online world 🕒 Chapters00:00 The Browser Landscape: A New Era02:16 Understanding Browsers: The Gateway to the Internet09:25 Cookies and Data Privacy: The Hidden Threat11:34 Geopolitical Implications: Data Ownership and Sovereignty14:21 OpenAI’s Business Model: The Future of Browsers14:27 The Antitrust Landscape and Big Tech’s Future16:27 The Role of Venture Capital in Tech Regulation19:11 Business Models: Browsers and Advertising29:31 Ethical Implications of Generative AI35:25 The Importance of Browsers in the Digital Age Connect & 👥 Connect & Deepen Your InsightAparna Bhushan — LinkedInHarinda Katugaha — LinkedInFull transcripts, sources & visuals → https://rethinktech.substack.com/ 🎧 Follow Rethinking Tech for weekly briefings that link technology, geopolitics, and ethics—delivered without the noise

Is the Nobel Peace Prize still a beacon of global hope—or a geopolitical chess piece? In this episode, Aparna and Harinda trace the prize’s 120-year history, expose the politics behind “anticipatory awards,” and ask whether AI-era diplomacy demands a new definition of peace.Listen for:The origin story—why Alfred Nobel chose Norway and a five-member committeeControversial laureates: Obama, Abiy, Aung San Suu Kyi—and the limits of “hope awards”How today’s nominees (including Donald Trump) turn peace into real-time influence campaignsThe rise of “peace-tech”: satellite cease-fire monitoring, blockchain diplomacy & AI-mediated conflict resolutionShould the prize evolve—or be replaced—when cyberwar and algorithmic weapons dominate the battlefield?🕒 Chapters00:00 History & Significance of the Nobel Peace Prize 00:43 Geopolitical Implications of the Prize 02:19 Anticipatory Awards: Promise vs. Proof 04:27 Aung San Suu Kyi, Revocation & Moral Risk 11:41 Hope as a Diplomatic Tool 19:39 Technology’s New Role in Peace Efforts 27:08 Why—& How—we should Rethink the Prize 35:38 The Future of Peace & Technology👥 Connect & Deepen Your InsightAparna Bhushan — LinkedIn Harinda Katugaha — LinkedIn Full transcripts, sources & visuals → rethinkingtech.co🎧 Follow Rethinking Tech for weekly briefings that link technology, geopolitics, and ethics—delivered without the noise.

Can a U.S.-brokered cease-fire really end Africa’s longest resource war—or is it the latest chapter of modern colonialism? In this briefing, Aparna and Harinda dissect the White-House-sponsored peace accord between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, revealing how cobalt, coltan, and Big-Tech supply chains sit at the center of the deal.Key takeaways The history behind Rwanda-DRC proxy wars and why minerals—not ideology—fuel them How the U.S. locked in ~14 % of global cobalt flow and sidelined China’s battery dominance Whether “blockchain transparency” is peacekeeping or surveillance 2.0 Ethical fault lines: resource-for-security swaps, neo-extractivism, and fragile cease-fire clauses📌 Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Conflict 00:23 Historical Context and Key Players 00:48 The Peace Deal Dynamics 03:20 Geopolitical Implications and Global Interests 04:35 Ethical Considerations and Reconciliation 06:57 Modern Colonialism and Its Impact 16:33 Colonialism and Resource Exploitation 20:41 Sustainability of Peace Deals 22:58 Tech Industry’s Role in Resource Management 27:40 Ethics of Peace and Resource Deals 34:06 Fragility of Peace & Historical Context👥 Connect & Deepen the Insight• Aparna Bhushan – LinkedIn • Harinda Katugaha – LinkedIn • Full transcripts, maps & primary docs → rethinkingtech.co🎧 Follow Rethinking Tech for weekly briefings that expose the hidden links between technology, geopolitics, and ethics—without the noise.

How is NATO redefining security in an era of AI drones, cyber-wars, and surging defense budgets? In this briefing, Aparna and Harinda decode the latest NATO summit—unpacking the alliance’s pivot toward high-tech warfare, Washington’s outsized influence, and the ethical price tag of a new military spending boom.🔑 Takeaways: Why defense tech investment is the alliance’s fastest-growing line item How changing U.S. leadership priorities reshape NATO commitments The hidden ethical costs of autonomous weapons and mass surveillance What record-high military budgets mean for taxpayers—and for global power balance📌 Chapters00:00 The Rise of Tech in Warfare 03:45 NATO’s Evolution and Current Challenges 11:06 The Impact of U.S. Leadership on NATO 19:45 The Shift Toward Defense Tech Investment 29:03 Ethical Considerations in Defense Spending 37:32 Implications of Increased Military Spending👥 Connect & Deepen Your Insight• Aparna Bhushan – LinkedIn • Harinda Katugaha – LinkedIn • Full transcripts, sources & graphics → rethinkingtech.co🎧 Follow for weekly briefings linking technology, geopolitics, and ethics—delivered without the noise.

The Israel–Iran confrontation has shifted from covert operations to open brinkmanship, dragging big-tech platforms, energy markets, and nuclear red lines into the same fight. In this episode Aparna and Harinda unpack the war’s geopolitical chessboard, explain the historical triggers, and map how Silicon Valley, surveillance AI, and information control now shape every battlefield decision. 🔍 What you’ll gainContext you can trust — a concise timeline of Iran–Israel tensions and why 2025 is different.Tech-power insight — how drone chips, satellite internet, and data centers became strategic weapons.Actionable perspective — questions to ask when headlines frame the conflict as simple-good-vs-evil.📌 Chapters00:00 The Chessboard of Geopolitics 01:31 Understanding the Israel-Iran Conflict 02:56 Historical Context and Current Dynamics 06:52 The Role of the United States 10:20 Global Reactions and Implications 14:35 The Human Cost of Conflict 20:42 Intelligence and Complexity in Geopolitics 20:59 The Role of Big Tech in Warfare 21:42 Energy Dynamics and Nuclear Technology 23:38 Military Contracts and Tech Companies 24:50 Tech Leaders in Military Operations 29:24 Ethics in Warfare and Big Tech 30:14 The Question of Ethics in Conflict 35:23 Censorship and Information Control 38:13 Nuclear Proliferation and Sovereignty 39:32 The Role of PR in Modern Warfare👥 Stay connected• Aparna Bhushan • Harinda Katugaha • More context & full transcripts: rethinkingtech.coFollow the show for weekly briefings that connect technology, geopolitics, and ethics — without the noise.