Center for Data Innovation
ITIF’s Center for Data Innovation formulates and promotes pragmatic public policies designed to maximize the benefits of data-driven innovation in the public and private sectors. It educates policymakers and the public about the opportunities and challenges associated with data, as well as technology trends such as open data, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things. For more, get the Center’s weekly emails and visit datainnovation.org.
Featured Publications
How Experts in China and the United Kingdom View AI Risks and Collaboration
As AI continues to advance, the technology has created many opportunities and risks. Despite significant geopolitical differences, a series of interviews with AI experts in China and the United Kingdom reveals common AI safety priorities, shared understanding of the benefits and risks of open source AI, and agreement on the merits of closer collaboration—but also obstacles to closer partnerships.
Events
May 21, 2024
Insights on US Public Opinion on AI
Watch now for a Capitol Hill event covering an in-depth survey by ITIF’s Center for Data Innovation and Public First about what of Americans thinks about AI, how these views have shifted over the past year, and the implications of these beliefs for businesses, policymakers, and society at large.
May 15, 2024
How Can Policymakers Address AI Voice-Cloning Scams?
Watch now for a panel discussion exploring how threats from AI voice cloning are likely to develop, what countermeasures exist, and actionable steps policymakers can take to address both national and international threats.
April 24, 2024
Harnessing AI for Carbon Neutrality
Watch now for a panel discussion to explore the current landscape of AI applications in transitioning to a greener economy, identify key areas ripe for further exploration, and discuss actionable policy measures to foster innovation and adoption.
April 16, 2024
How Can the UK Encourage the Uptake of AI in the Public Sector?
Watch now for a panel discussion exploring the hurdles impeding the widespread adoption of AI in the public sector and examining actionable steps to empower and facilitate the sector in harnessing the benefits of this cutting-edge technology.
August 17, 2023
How Can Policymakers Support the Adoption of Drones for Package Deliveries?
Watch ITIF's Center for Data Innovation's webinar discussing the challenges inhibiting drone use in package delivery, where the drone tech and regulations affecting the tech are heading, and how policymakers can support safe drone operations.
Vice President and Director, Center for Data Innovation
Information Technology and Innovation Foundation
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September 25, 2024|Blogs
Draghi’s Competitiveness Report Shows Why the EU Needs a Pro-Innovation Approach Towards AI
The EU should adopt a more flexible, innovation-driven approach to AI regulation to boost global competitiveness, according to the European Competitiveness Report by Mario Draghi.
September 24, 2024|Blogs, Blogs
Europe Should Tap Switzerland to Unlock LLM Innovation in the Continent
As the United States commands the field with English-language large language models (LLMs) and China climbs the ranks to secure the lead in models for Chinese-language tasks, Europe is barely in the game when it comes to mastering models for its own languages.
September 18, 2024|Blogs
Why Watermarking Text Fails to Stop Misinformation and Plagiarism
The rise of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, has transformed text creation but also raises concerns about misuse, including plagiarism and misinformation. While some propose watermarking to label AI-generated content, this approach is technically flawed and ineffective, failing to address the root causes of these issues; instead, more comprehensive strategies are needed to combat misinformation and promote academic integrity.
September 17, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Submission to the Multi-stakeholder Consultation ‘Future-Proof AI Act: Trustworthy General-Purpose AI’
The AIA came into law on 12th July 2024, triggering several actions by the AIO to ensure streamlined compliance with the new rules. The Center for Data Innovation puts forward six key recommendations to support AI innovation and adoption within the new framework.
September 17, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Comments to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology on the AI Opportunities Action Plan
AI presents a wealth of opportunity for the UK, not only as an economy boosting mechanism, but also as a tool for improving the lives of UK citizens. AI adoption is key to the Action Plan, and the government should take actions that can simultaneously support AI sector growth and AI adoption.
September 11, 2024|Blogs
AI Adoption Is Key to the UK’s AI Opportunities Action Plan
The UK's AI Opportunities Action Plan focuses on sector growth and adoption. The government should encourage lightweight models, invest in industry-academia partnerships, and establish sector centres to support AI uptake across industries.
September 6, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Comments to AISI on Managing Misuse Risk for Dual-Use Foundation Models
The Center for Data Innovation submitted comments to the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI) on its draft guidelines, Managing Misuse Risk for Dual-Use Foundation Models (NIST AI 800-1).