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2026.20: Shifting Alliances in a Changing World

Geopolitics
Global
Started May 16, 2026

The best Stratechery content from the week of May 11, 2026, including a new kind of computing, Elon Musk, and 360 degrees of US-China relations

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The rapid advancements in computing may exacerbate the digital divide, leaving vulnerable populations further behind in the technology race.
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The evolving US-China relations highlight the importance of diplomatic engagement, but also raise concerns about global security and economic stability.
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Shifting alliances in technology could empower smaller nations, allowing them to play a pivotal role in global innovation and collaboration.
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The emergence of a new computing paradigm could revolutionize industries, fostering innovation and creating new economic opportunities.
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Elon Musk's influence on technology often prioritizes profit over ethics, potentially leading to harmful societal consequences.
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