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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 artificial intelligence, ITIF studies issues related to competitiveness, governance, ethics, development, and adoption.
Vice President and Director, Center for Data Innovation
Information Technology and Innovation Foundation
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Picking the Right Policy Solutions for AI Concerns
Some concerns are legitimate, but others are not. Some require immediate regulatory responses, but many do not. And a few require regulations addressing AI specifically, but most do not.
Ten Principles for Regulation That Does Not Harm AI Innovation
Concerns about artificial intelligence have prompted policymakers to propose a variety of laws and regulations to create “responsible AI.” Unfortunately, many proposals would likely harm AI innovation because few have considered what “responsible regulation of AI” entails.
US AI Policy Report Card
The 117th Congress was the most AI-focused congressional session in history with 130 AI bills proposed, so it is a good moment to take stock of U.S. AI policy accomplishments to date and identify areas where there is room for continued progress.
More Publications and Events
August 27, 2025|Presentations
Using AI to Focus Agenda and Priorities for the Fiscal Year
Eli Clemens speaks about how the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) can use AI to focus its mission at the CPSC's FY26/FY27 Priorities Hearing.
July 16, 2025|Events
Geofencing AI Chips: Evaluating “Call Home” Mandates for Semiconductor Security
Watch now for an expert discussion surrounding the implications of location verification requirements for AI chips.
July 14, 2025|Blogs
Without a Federal Moratorium, US AI Policy Will Fragment Further
Congress’ decision to reject a federal moratorium on state-level AI regulation is a missed opportunity. Without a pause, the United States continues to face a patchwork of state laws that confuses consumers, burdens businesses, and slows innovation.
July 7, 2025|Podcasts
Podcast: The Case for Smarter AI Regulation, With Matt Perault
Regulating how AI is used—not how it's built—is the only way to protect innovation and give small startups a fair shot.
July 2, 2025|Blogs
Five Reasons Why Critics Were Wrong About the AI Moratorium
The Senate's decision to remove the 10-year AI moratorium is a major setback for U.S. leadership in AI. The vote isn’t surprising given the criticism of the moratorium, but those critiques are misguided, and here's why.
June 26, 2025|Presentations
Addressing Concerns Over AI’s Energy Consumption: Responsible AI Use and Policy Support Measures
Daniel Castro speaks about AI, energy use, and public policy at the Climate-Energy Summit Seoul 2025 (CESS 2025) hosted by Climate Change Center in Seoul, South Korea.
June 17, 2025|Presentations
AI and Automation: The New Era of Safety and Compliance Management
Eli Clemens speaks as a panelist at the 2025 North America Product Safety Training Workshop hosted by the International Consumer Product Health and Safety Organization.
June 13, 2025|Presentations
AI and the Architecture of Modern Economies and Societies
Daniel Castro speaks on artificial intelligence and its influence on economies and societies at the GLOBSEC Forum 2025 in Prague.
June 11, 2025|Events
Should Policymakers Regulate Human-AI Relationships?
Watch now for a discussion on the potential benefits and risks of AI companions, what the early research says about this emerging technology, and how policymakers can support responsible innovation.
June 6, 2025|Testimonies & Filings
Comments to the European Commission Regarding Future Cloud and AI Policies in the EU
It is critical that, in tackling both these issues, the EU avoids engaging in digital protectionism, which would harm European competitiveness further.
