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Can Big Data Save the World?

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the potential of big data in addressing global crises in this thought-provoking 49-minute talk from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into the perspectives of Alexander Karp, co-founder and CEO of Palantir Technologies, as he discusses with CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin how data-driven intelligence might offer solutions to pressing issues such as war, food shortages, broken supply chains, bioterrorism, energy shortages, and inflation. Gain insights into the role of software in tackling seemingly intractable problems, the challenges of government technology adoption, and the ethical considerations surrounding data analytics. Examine topics including AI, procurement processes, cultural differences in technology use, and the potential impact of data-driven solutions on international conflicts and relationships with countries like China, Iran, and Russia.

Syllabus

Introduction
The visit to Ukraine
How government deals with technology
The Russian advantage
The President of Ukraine
The Playbook
War
Belief
Procurement
AI
Google
Amazon
Where is the line
Legal and ethical
Culture
Business Leaders
The Road Decision
Biggest Client
Peter Thiel
Our Success
Nuclear War
China Iran Russia
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