E10 - China Post Covid: Tectonic Force 4 - Technology And The Rise of AI

The COVID crisis has exposed powerful forces that shape Chinese society, as well as a fundamentally different system of governance. To succeed in this complex environment, it is crucial to understand the dynamic between these elements and the potential fragility of these forces.

Technology has been a boon to China, facilitating a swift transition to modernity. AI is the latest tech frontier, but its role is more complex, as it can be used for societal control. While it can be seen as aligning with Confucian values, the use of AI could also foster future social instability.