Intelligence Squared Adapting to the New World of War, with Mark Galeotti
Feb 8, 2022
Mark Galeotti, Honorary Professor at UCL and expert on security studies, dives into the evolution of warfare today, exploring the rise of hybrid tactics exemplified by Russia's actions in Ukraine. He discusses how traditional conflicts are yielding to low-level, undeclared wars, driven by political and economic factors. Galeotti also highlights the emerging battlefields of technology, such as the metaverse, and examines the ethical dilemmas of disinformation in modern geopolitics. Accompanied by Carl Miller, they dissect the complex interplay between power dynamics and organized crime.
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Future Battlefields
- Emerging technologies like the metaverse and crypto could become new battlefields for state competition.
- Imagination is the most powerful weapon in this new world, as anything can be weaponized.
Impact of Ubiquitous Conflict
- Constant, ubiquitous conflict will touch everyone's lives, even those outside government or related fields.
- Geopolitical struggles impact daily life, such as energy prices affected by Russia's actions.
Recognizing the New Way of War
- Various groups recognize specific elements of modern conflict, but lack a holistic view.
- Political leadership is needed to connect these disparate pieces and address the larger picture.
