In a thought-provoking interview, economist and former Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis sits down with South African journalist Redi Tlhabi to discuss the latest developments in the tech industry. At the center of their conversation is Palantir, the Silicon Valley giant behind a new manifesto outlining its vision for the future of technology. Varoufakis and Tlhabi delve into the implications of Palantir's stance on AI, including the ethics of developing AI-powered weapons and the potential consequences for global security. As the lines between technology and ideology continue to blur, Varoufakis offers his insights on the driving forces behind big tech's increasingly influential role in shaping society.
Yanis Varoufakis speaks to Redi Tlhabi about Palantir's new manifesto, AI weapons, and big tech's ideological drive.
