Threats to technology are the norm, regardless of whether they're the rise of fake news or hate speech. Technology has affected the world and changed relationships between states. Invading technologies have presented societal risks to the West in the recent years.
Also, the traditional methods of working have been disrupted by technology. This has led to new industries as well new jobs and exposures. These changes can have a negative impact on workers. They might experience job loss or anxiety and find their work in "gig" economies. It is difficult to predict the exact extent of job losses.
Cyber warfare, cyber attacks, hate speech and digital surveillance all fall under the purview of technology-related threats. Increased government efforts are being made to protect citizens against online surveillance and data manipulation. Many states still struggle to establish a cybersecurity framework.
Technological job replacement is when technology takes over a worker’s job. This could be done through digitization, robotics, or automation. Worker safety is also threatened by technological job displacement. This can cause serious health issues for workers and even lead them to commit suicide or abuse alcohol.
Artificial intelligence will also pose a threat to workers as it will alter critical capabilities. Artificial intelligence will increase human error and cause loss of situational awareness. Cyber-attacks against employees working from home are on the rise, according to a recent study. This is because terrorists are able to hide behind encryption-enabled mobile phone devices.
Terrorism is often a hotspot in the Arab world. New intrusive technologies that have been introduced in recent years have reportedly created security risks for the region. Some attacks can be launched by governments, while others can be launched by users. Furthermore, states are the major financiers of extremist group's activities.
Radicalism has also grown due to technology. While some states still use traditional weapons for defense, other countries are using technology to fight viruses, destabilize countries, and disrupt political processes. MCO, a Malaysian hacker, was responsible for shutting down Malaysian courts. Sarawak, another state, has implemented a digital surveillance program.
New technologies are also being created by the rise of artificial intelligence. It may lead to advancements in health management, speech recognition, image recognition and recommender systems on e-commerce sites. These technologies may allow workers to automate some tasks. However, the full extent of their benefits and potential negative effects is not yet known.
Other threats posed by technology include new dangers and exposures. Aside from the risk of human error, technology has created new exposures, such as the threat of fake news, hate speech and violence. The internet might be a primary channel for social groups to interact. It can also be used to influence first-time voters.
Technology is not only a source of global stability but can also pose a threat for democracy. Experts disagree that technology can be used to justify political repression. Rather, technology can be used to build an open society.