How Technology Empowers—and Imperils—Dictators

· Bruce Schneier · Oct. 8, 2026, 11:34 a.m.
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Summary
The post discusses the impact of technology, specifically AI, on authoritarian regimes, highlighting both its empowering and oppressive roles, exemplified by Russian media's use of AI-generated presenters amidst censorship and propaganda.
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