#212 Libby Lange on Algorithmic Cognitive Warfare

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During this episode, Libby Lange discusses her recent article: Algorithmic Cognitive Warfare: The Next Frontier in China’s Quest for Global Influence.

Recording Date: 9 Dec 2024

Research Question: Libby Lange suggests an interested student or researcher:

1. Take the concept of Algorithmic Cognitive Warfare from the hypothetical and theoretical into the real world and find evidence of Chinese researchers who are actually retrieving data from data brokers.
2. Investigate how Russia is pursuing adjacent or complementary Algorithmic Cognitive Warfare capabilities.

Resources:

• Cognitive Crucible Podcast Episodes Mentioned
  • #210 Paul Groestad on Cognitive Warfare
  • #187 Randy Rosin on Reflexive Control
• Algorithmic Cognitive Warfare: The Next Frontier in China’s Quest for Global Influence by Libby Lange
• Decoding China’s AI-Powered ‘Algorithmic Cognitive Warfare’ by Libby Lange
• Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP)
• Active Measures by Thomas Rid

Link to full show notes and resources

Guest Bio: Libby Lange is a Director of Intelligence at the Special Competitive Studies Project. Prior to SCSP, Libby worked as an Intel Analyst at Graphika, where she focused on Chinese state-linked influence operations and public health misinformation. Prior to Graphika, she served as a speechwriter and communications manager for Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, accompanying the President on multiple state visits. Libby holds an M.A. in Global Affairs from Yale University and a B.A. in Political Science from National Taiwan University.

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