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As every sector of the global economy and nearly every facet of modern society undergo digital transformation, ITIF advocates for policies that spur not just the development of IT innovations, but more importantly their adoption and use throughout the economy. In the area of Internet policy, ITIF's work covers issues related to taxation, e-commerce, digital copyright, global Internet governance, and digital currencies.
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October 24, 2024|Events
The Conservative Weaponization of Government Against Tech
Join ITIF for an expert panel discussion exploring how anti-tech conservatives would weaponize the government against technology, the legitimacy of conservatives’ anti-tech arguments, and the implications of their proposals for society.
September 26, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Comments Before the European Commission Regarding the Digital Services Act
While increasing children’s online safety and privacy are important goals, it is important not to infringe on others’ rights, or children’s own rights, in the process.
September 13, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Comments to Canada’s Office of the Privacy Commissioner Regarding Age Assurance and Privacy
Age assurances are not the only available option to protect children online. But if policymakers are set on mandating age assurance systems, regulation should be limited to high-risk circumstances, avoid inflexible requirements, and be designed to be technologically and commercially agnostic.
September 9, 2024|Blogs
Fact of the Week: Manufacturing Firms in EU-27 Countries Using Cloud Computing Are More Likely To Export
The use of cloud computing by firms has been proven to increase productivity and innovation and to lower costs.
September 3, 2024|Blogs
Fact of the Week: Increase in Access to Broadband Internet in American Counties Results in a Decrease in Suicides
A recent working paper found that a 10 percent increase in broadband Internet access among county residents leads to 0.11 fewer suicide deaths per county, a 1.02 percent reduction in suicides overall.
August 30, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Comments to the FCC on AI-Generated Content in Political Ads
The Center for Data Innovation submitted comments to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding the disclosure and transparency of AI-generated content in political advertisements.
August 20, 2024|Blogs
Opportunities for APEC To Build Trust in the Digital Economy
Global trade relies heavily on trust, and the Internet amplifies trust challenges due to distance, anonymity, and the vast scale of interactions. To address these challenges, APEC economies should focus on developing socio-technical solutions, like digital IDs and content provenance tools, to improve trust in the digital environment and ensure the safety and security of the digital economy.
August 20, 2024|Presentations
How to Improve Trust in the Digital Economy
Daniel Castro speaks on a panel at the Digital Trade Policy Dialogue. This panel was part of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation’s (APEC's) Third Senior Officials’ Meetings (SOM 3) in Lima, Peru.
August 8, 2024|Blogs
Blaming Social Media for Political Violence in the UK Won’t Stop Future Riots
In response to the Southport stabbing and ensuing UK riots, many have blamed social media for spreading misinformation that incited violence. However, this focus on social media ignores deeper societal issues and deflects from the government's own shortcomings.
August 7, 2024|Podcasts
Podcast: Rob Atkinson on Technology and Innovation Myths
Rob Atkinson appeared on the Silicon Valley Leadership Group’s podcast Silicon Valley Vibes to discuss his new book Technology Fears and Scapegoats.