About this episode

The episode discusses the rise of technoligarchy under Trump's influence and the potential consequences of tech executives gaining power.

In 2025, Trump brought tech executives into power to dismantle regulators and write their own rules. But the instabilities they’re creating may be their downfall. Originally published on January 7, 2026.

People in this episode

Host: Molly White

Topics covered

• technocracy
• politics
• technology
• regulation
• power dynamics

Keywords

• technoligarchy
• Trump
• tech executives
• regulators
• 2025
• instabilities

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