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➡️ About The Guest
Dmitri Alperovitch is a prominent figure in the cybersecurity and geopolitical landscape. As the Co-Founder & former CTO of CrowdStrike (CRWD), a $93 billion cybersecurity giant, he's instrumental in safeguarding the digital world. His expertise doesn't stop there; he's also the Executive Chairman of Silverado Policy Accelerator, shaping national security strategies.
His insights into global power dynamics are highly sought-after, evident in his book, "World on the Brink," and his podcast, "Geopolitics Decanted." His influence is undeniable, serving on the Homeland Security Advisory Council and the Cyber Safety Review Board, and establishing the Alperovitch Institute for Cybersecurity Studies at Johns Hopkins University.
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 - Intro
02:09 - Cold War with China?
09:22 - From Cybersecurity to Geopolitics
16:46 - Winning Against China
26:57 - Defending Taiwan
35:46 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast
36:18 - Decoupling with China: Smart or Risky?
45:01 - Chinese Influence by US Culture
49:33 - Pros and Cons of a Cultural War with China
52:15 - The TikTok Threat
55:45 - Xi Jinping vs. High Achievers
59:13 - Doing Business in China
1:05:08 - Lessons Left Out of the Book
1:13:05 - Advice to Younger Self