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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. 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.

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Digital Equity 2.0: How to Close the Data Divide

Digital Equity 2.0: How to Close  the Data Divide

Unlike the digital divide, many ignore the data divide or argue that the way to close it is to collect vastly less data. But without substantial efforts to increase data representation and access, certain individuals and communities will be left behind in an increasingly data-driven world.

Closing the Data Divide for a More Equitable US Digital Economy

Closing the Data Divide for a More Equitable US Digital Economy

In the United States, access to many public and private services, including those in the financial, educational, and health care sectors, are intricately linked to data. But adequate data is not collected equitably from all Americans.

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April 24, 2024|Events

Harnessing AI for Carbon Neutrality

Join the Center for Data Innovation 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|Events

How Can the UK Encourage the Uptake of AI in the Public Sector?

Join ITIF's Center for Data Innovation 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.

March 27, 2024|Testimonies & Filings

Comments to NTIA on Dual Use Foundation Artificial Intelligence Models With Widely Available Model Weights

U.S. policymakers should learn lessons from past debates about dual-use technologies, such as encryption, and refrain from imposing restrictions on foundation models with widely available model weights (i.e. “open models”) because such policies would not only be ultimately ineffective at addressing risk, but they would slow innovation, reduce competition, and decrease U.S. competitiveness.

March 25, 2024|Blogs

What’s Next After the Two Sessions for AI in China

A look at the proposals put forth during China's major annual political convening give hints as to what the government may focus on in the year ahead, which includes AI model development, data sharing, skills development, and safety.

March 21, 2024|Blogs

US Policymakers Should Reject “Kill Switches” for AI

The proposed “kill switches” for AI potentially inflict considerable costs on U.S. chipmakers—thereby making their products less competitive and raising computing costs globally. But it would also raise concerns for both domestic and foreign users that the U.S. government could unilaterally shut down their computing clusters. U.S. policymakers should soundly reject these proposals.

March 18, 2024|Blogs

China’s Annual Parliamentary Meeting Shows National Commitment to Advancing AI

Unlike the United States or the European Union, the primary focus among stakeholders in China was how to ensure China does not fall behind in the development or adoption of this emerging technology.

March 16, 2024|Presentations

Impact the Future: International Women's Day 2024

Ayesha Bhatti speaks at Impact the Future: International Women's Day 2024 on exploring the importance of open-source development in the pursuit of innovation.

March 14, 2024|Blogs

UK Tech Secretary Michelle Donelan Recommits to Innovation But Her Ambition to Achieve Tech Superpower Status May Be Hindered By Her Own Party

Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology Michelle Donelan's recommendations, while commendable, fail to consider the wider context in which UK innovation currently sits, calling into question the feasibility of her plans in one of the most politically charged times of Conservative Party leadership.

March 8, 2024|Testimonies & Filings

Comments to the European Commission’s Directorate General for Competition on Virtual Worlds and Generative AI

The market for AR/VR technologies, though nascent, presents a multifaceted competitive landscape spanning hardware, software, and distribution. And the generative AI market is experiencing early-stage growth with no significant entry barriers evident, particularly concerning data, computational resources, and talent.

March 4, 2024|Blogs

The EU’s AI Act Creates Regulatory Complexity for Open-Source AI

The EU's AI Act will significantly impact the development and use of open-source AI in the EU.

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