In their podcast episode “The Rest Is Classified: How China Spies: Trump, TikTok, and Taiwan,” David McCloskey and Gordon Corera explore how TikTok provides opportunities for Chinese intelligence to influence public opinion in selected countries. TikTok’s massive reach combined with a deep understanding of its algorithm and AI-driven content creation enables targeted propaganda campaigns to sway opinions effectively.
This episode highlights the growing challenges democracies face in controlling digital platforms where foreign powers can covertly spread misinformation. Understanding these tactics is crucial for policymakers, media, and citizens alike to safeguard the integrity of public discourse in an age dominated by social media and artificial intelligence. You can listen to the episode here.