Technology threats have become the norm, whether it's the rise in fake news, hate speech, or human rights. Technology has had a profound impact on the world around us and has helped to shape relationships between nations. New intrusive technologies have created societal risks in West Europe over the last few years.
Technology has also changed the way we work and created new industries, jobs and exposures. These changes can be detrimental to workers. They could experience anxiety and job losses, and might find their work in the "gig” economy. It is difficult to predict the exact extent of job losses.
Cyber attacks, cyber warfare, hate speech, digital divides and digital surveillance are all a part of the threats of technology. Increased government efforts are being made to protect citizens against online surveillance and data manipulation. Despite this, many states struggle to formulate a framework for cybersecurity.
Technological job displacement refers to the process of replacing a worker's job with technology. This could occur through digitization, robotics or automation. The safety of workers is also at risk from technological job displacement. It can cause anxiety and a decrease in situational awareness. This can affect a worker's health, and may even lead to suicide or alcohol abuse.
Artificial intelligence will also pose a threat to workers as it will alter critical capabilities. It will increase the likelihood of human error as well as the loss of situational consciousness. Recent research revealed that cyberattacks were increasing targeting employees who work remotely. Because encryption-enabled phones can be used to conceal terrorists, this is why it's easier for them to avoid detection.
Terrorism is often a hotspot in the Arab world. New intrusive technologies that have been introduced in recent years have reportedly created security risks for the region. Some attacks are launched by states, while others are launched via users. Furthermore, states are the major financiers of extremist group's activities.
Technology has also led to the rise of radicalism. While some countries still rely on traditional weapons of defense, others have turned to technology to combat viruses, destabilize nations, and disrupt political processes. MCO, a Malaysian hacker was responsible for the shutting down of Malaysian courts. Sarawak, another state, has implemented a digital surveillance program.
New technologies are also being created by the rise of artificial intelligence. It could make it possible to improve health management, speech recognition or image recognition, and even recommender systems for ecommerce sites. These technologies may allow workers to automate some tasks. However, the full extent of their benefits and potential negative effects is not yet known.
Technology-related hazards and new exposures are another threat. Aside from the risk of human error, technology has created new exposures, such as the threat of fake news, hate speech and violence. The internet may serve as a primary conduit for social groups to communicate. It is also used to influence voters for the first time.
Technology can also offer opportunities for stability around the world, but it also presents a threat to democracy. Despite this, some experts argue that technology is not an excuse for political repression. Technology can actually be used to create an open society.