A New Era in Information Warfare
In a digital age where perception is power, China appears to be stepping into a more technologically advanced form of influence warfare. According to U.S. officials and internal corporate documents, the Chinese government is working with artificial intelligence companies to monitor and manipulate public opinion—not just within its borders, but across key geopolitical flashpoints like Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Behind the Curtain: GoLaxy and Beijing’s Digital Strategy
At the center of this digital strategy is GoLaxy, a Chinese company with A.I. expertise. Documents obtained by U.S. sources and reported by major outlets reveal that GoLaxy was involved in collecting data on U.S. congressional members and other influential Americans, as well as conducting influence operations in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
These operations allegedly used sophisticated algorithms and social listening tools to sway public sentiment, create divisive narratives, and even push state-aligned messaging in subtle, targeted ways.
A Leap Beyond Traditional Tactics
While China has previously engaged in global influence campaigns—similar to those run by Russia or Iran—the integration of artificial intelligence takes this to a new level. Experts say that with A.I., Beijing can run campaigns that are more precise, less detectable, and deeply personalized, making them significantly harder to counter.
“We are no longer just fighting bots. We are confronting learning systems that adapt and evolve,” said a senior U.S. cybersecurity official who spoke under anonymity.
GoLaxy Pushes Back
In response to these claims, GoLaxy has publicly denied any involvement in targeting foreign officials or influencing elections, including those in Hong Kong. The company stated that its products rely mainly on open-source data and are not designed for covert operations.
Interestingly, shortly after being contacted by The New York Times, GoLaxy began scrubbing references from its website—particularly those linking it to national security work or affiliations with the Chinese government.
What This Means for the West
This incident raises alarm bells about the rapid weaponization of A.I. in digital propaganda, and the vulnerability of open societies to such tactics. It also underscores the need for international cooperation on digital ethics, election security, and tech regulation.
Final Thoughts
The rise of A.I.-powered influence campaigns signals a shift in the balance of information power. Democracies now face not only authoritarian states but also their machine intelligence, capable of shaping narratives with chilling efficiency.
As we move forward, it will be essential for the global community to build resilience—technologically, legally, and socially—to guard against these stealthy incursions into the mind of the public.
By ✍️ Yorlinda Ramìrez- MicuPost Team
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