National Security in the New World Order: Government and the Technology of Information

The book explores contemporary concerns about the protection of national security and the role, influence, and impact of Big Tech on politics, power, and individual rights. It considers the manner in which digital technology and its business models have shaped public policy and charts its future course. The authors highlight the limitations of the conventional understanding of public policy, national security, and the rule of law to reveal the role of digital technology as an enabler and discriminator in governance and social disorder. They also explore the tenuous balance between individual freedom and national security, the key role of data protection in safeguarding digital data, Big Tech's appropriation of national security policy, the debate relating to datagathering technologies and encryption, and offer an unsettling answer to the question 'what is a leak?' The book is a stimulating read for scholars of politics, cyberculture, and national security, as well as policy analysts, lawyers, and journalists.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking new book delves into the contemporary realm of national security, shedding light on the intricate relationship between Big Tech and politics, power, and individual rights. Through comprehensive analysis and engaging case studies, the volume explores the profound impact of digital technology and its business models on public policy, charting a course for its future development.

In their insightful exploration, Andrea Monti and Raymond Wacks challenge the traditional notion of state sovereignty and delve into the evolving nature of national security. They highlight the limitations of conventional understandings of public policy, national security, and the rule of law, unveiling the role of digital technology as both an enabler and a discriminator in governance and social disorder.

The book's chapters delve into critical topics such as the delicate balance between individual freedom and national security, the vital importance of data protection in safeguarding digital data, Big Tech's appropriation of national security policy, the ongoing debate surrounding datagathering technologies and encryption, and the enigmatic question of what constitutes a leak.

This thought-provoking and stimulating read is a must-have for scholars of politics, cyberculture, and national security, as well as policy analysts, lawyers, and journalists. It offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics shaping our digital world and provides a roadmap for navigating the challenges and opportunities it presents.

Weight: 288g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367809713