Summary: Jacob Helberg (@jacobhelberg), author of The Wires of War, joins Erik to discuss:<br><br>- The “gray war” that Jacob believes the US is in with China, and why he feels it’s important to call it a war rather than a competition.<br><br>- Technology and cyber weapons and how they can be used for political warfare with plausible denability.<br><br>- The window of opportunity that the US and its allies have to take a proactive approach to China.<br><br>- The bull case and bear case for China.<br><br>- What’s at stake in Taiwan.<br><br>- Why countries involved in China’s belt-and-road initiative are having second thoughts.<br><br>- What actions Jacob would like to see the US take in the future to counteract China.<br><br>Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform. <br><br>Check us out on the web at <a href="http://www.villageglobal.vc" rel="noopener">www.villageglobal.vc</a> or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.<br><br>Want to get updates from us? Subscribe to get a peek inside the Village. We’ll send you reading recommendations, exclusive event invites, and commentary on the latest happenings in Silicon Valley. <a href="http://www.villageglobal.vc/signup" rel="noopener">www.villageglobal.vc/signup</a>
