BLUF

Conquering the information ecosystem is increasingly important as world powers, including China and Russia, try to influence foreign affairs.

Summary

KEY POINTS:
  1. The US lacks the ability to fend off malevolent actors trying to shape public opinion.
  2. The Pentagon says the nation must act now to build ‘information forces’.
  3. Emerging technologies are playing a role in both waging and foiling influence campaigns.

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