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####  calendar\_today Date and Time 

 **January 28, 2026** 

 12:00PM - 01:15PM EST 

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## Algorithmic Power: The Role of AI in Foreign Policy

**This session is open to the public and will be recorded.** [**Registration is required**](https://harvard.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gFgV0OJMQVSdeU9Po2cfSw) **for this Zoom webinar.**

This forum will explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping global decision making and diplomatic strategy. What are the opportunities—and risks—AI presents as governments increasingly rely on data-driven tools?

> READ: "[Worried about how AI may affect foreign policy? You should be.](https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2026/02/worried-about-how-ai-may-affect-foreign-policy-you-should-be/)" in the Harvard Gazette

### Speakers 

- **Marc Aidinoff**, Faculty Associate. Assistant Professor, Department of the History of Science, Harvard University.
- **Carmem Domingues**, AI specialist; former White House Senior AI Technical Advisor.
- **Ofrit Liviatan**, Lecturer on Law and Politics, Department of Government, Harvard University.
- **Bruce Schneier**, American cryptographer, computer security professional, privacy specialist, and writer. Adjunct Lecturer in Public Policy, Harvard Kennedy School.

### Chair

- **Erez Manela**, Acting Center Director (2025–2026); Director, Graduate Student Programs; Faculty Associate. Francis Lee Higginson Professor of History, Department of History, Harvard University.

### Contact

**Sarah Banse**  
<sarahbanse@wcfia.harvard.edu>

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