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The Techtonic Shift: How Technology Turned from a Tool of Progress into an Instrument of Power

🌍 GEOPOLITICS

The Techtonic Shift: How Technology Turned from a Tool of Progress into an Instrument of Power

Nov 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Zoku Amsterdam, Weesperstraat 105, 1018 VN Amsterdam, Netherlands

Global openness was once seen as progress. Today, it’s a battle for power. Policy expert Paul Verhagen reveals how international trade and global influence shifted from uniting us to dividing us. A fascinating breakdown of modern geopolitics. Accessible to all; no background needed!

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Meet Sunday’s speaker: Paul Verhagen.

As an AI Strategist at UvA’s Civic AI Lab and a Senior Fellow at HCSS (a leading Dutch geopolitics & security think tank), Paul sits directly at the intersection of technology and global power.

If you read the news about microchips, ASML, and US–China rivalry, Paul is the expert unpacking what it actually means. Known for being sharp, witty, and incredibly engaging, he’s joining us live to break down how technology turned from a tool of progress into an instrument of power.

We are taking over the Zoku Rooftop again this Sunday for an intimate talk, an open Q&A, and great company with a drink in hand.

📅 Sunday, Nov 15 | 17:00–18:30
📍 Zoku Amsterdam (Rooftop)
🍸 1st drink included

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Why drink just to drink when you can leave smarter? 🍷🧠

If your glass isn't coming with a mind-bending topic, you’re drinking in the wrong room.

For curious minds who like good drinks and even better ideas. Bringing world-class research straight to your night out - active academic researchers, published authors, and drinks in hand across Amsterdam.

Nov & Dec Lineup:
• Nov 12: Nutrition Science (Dinner + Talk) @ The Book Nook
• Nov 15: Technology & Global Power @ Zoku
• Nov 19: Soil-to-Plate Microbiome @ The Science Camp
• Nov 22: CERN Large Hadron Collider& Quantum Reality @ Zoku
• Nov 29: Hidden World Economics @ The Book Nook
• Dec 03: Neuro-Physics of Film @ Zoku
• Dec 13: Psychology of Fashion @ Zoku

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Proof that decoding female physiology over a glass of wine is the best way to spend an evening.

A packed house, sharp science, no filters - thank you to Sarah, Stef, Dr. Amparo Chin, and everyone who joined us for a brilliant night.

Curious what’s on tap next? Tap the link in bio to view our full upcoming schedule on Luma 🍷

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We’re bringing world-class research straight to your night out across Amsterdam. Big ideas over drinks.

Upcoming line-up:
Oct 22: Navigating Perimenopause & Health After 35 (Talk + Live GP Panel at Upper East Cafe)

Nov 12: Nutrition & Health: What the Science Actually Says

Nov 15: The Techtonic Shift: How Technology Turned from a Tool of Progress into an Instrument of Power (at Zoku Amsterdam)

Nov 29: How Do Global Powers Play the Game? The Hidden Economics Driving World Events (at The Book Nook)

Dec 3: The Science & Psychology of Movies

Coming soon: Particle physics & the Large Hadron Collider, and the psychology of tailoring (dates dropping soon)

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