Digital Power Dynamics and Governance

The discussion explores the shift of global power from governments to corporations and potentially to individuals. It emphasizes the role of citizens in influencing corporate behavior and the need for new norms in internet governance. The conversation highlights the responsibility of tech companies in digital stewardship and the importance of individual responsibility. Concerns about the weaponization of digital space and the AI race between the West and China are also addressed.

What is the predicted future shift in global power according to the speaker?

• From individuals to corporations

• From governments to corporations

• From corporations to individuals

• From individuals to governments

Why did the company Skip succeed over Uber and Lyft in San Francisco?

• They had more funding

• They offered cheaper rides

• They had better technology

• They listened to community needs

What example does the speaker give to illustrate the power of individuals over corporations?

• A new social media platform

• A government policy change

• A technological breakthrough

• A small company winning a contract

What is lacking in the current internet governance system?

• Guidelines for technology layers

• Norms for privacy and security

• Regulations for IP numbers

• Rules for domain names

What does the speaker believe is necessary for the digital world to advance?

• More government control

• A system of cooperation and governance

• Increased corporate power

• Less individual involvement

What is the changing attitude of tech companies towards regulation?

• They are ignoring regulations

• They are starting to self-regulate

• They are becoming more resistant

• They are seeking external help

What is the speaker's view on the role of tech company leaders?

• They should compete aggressively

• They should avoid regulations

• They should act as stewards

• They should focus solely on profits

What is the speaker's biggest hope for the digital world?

• Individuals will become stewards

• Technology will solve all issues

• Corporations will self-regulate

• Governments will take control

What is the speaker's biggest fear regarding digital space?

• The weaponization of digital space

• The rise of new tech companies

• The increase in digital literacy

• The decline of internet usage

What does the speaker suggest for engineering students?

• To focus on coding skills

• To take a technocratic oath

• To study more about AI

• To work for big corporations