From Hard Power to Digital Power: the new geography of power

For centuries, power was exercised through military means and territorial conquests. Today, a new dimension has emerged: digital power, which operates through algorithms and platforms, influencing millions without physical force. This shift has decentralized power, with private tech companies controlling vast amounts of data and communication infrastructures. The importance of digital power is evident in global geopolitics, especially highlighted by events like the Ukraine war and the EU's push for technological sovereignty. As digital influence grows, so does the need for governance to regulate it, ensuring that democratic values are upheld in this new landscape.