In 1970, Zbigniew Brzezinski, predicted the emergence of a "more controlled and directed society" linked to technology.

This society would be dominated by an elite group of technocrats who control public opinion through scientific know-how.

"Unhindered by the restraints of traditional liberal values, this elite would not hesitate to achieve its political ends by using the latest modern techniques for influencing public behaviour and keeping society under close surveillance and control. Technical and scientific momentum would then feed on the situation it exploits,"