How have modern technologies and the latest innovations shaped our lives, economy, and politics? Here, BPC’s Technology Project shares predictions and analyses on trends, developments, and disruptions that may catalyze significant impact on our world. If you have questions or thoughts about any technology explored here, please reach out and check this page regularly for updates.
Technology
Technology is changing our democracy and society. We are here to navigate the disruption and ensure our American values are reflected in the technology we use.
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Testimony & LettersTestimony on Modern Scams: How Scammers Are Using Artificial Intelligence & How We Can Fight Back
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ExplainerThe Pros and Cons of Social Media Algorithms
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Press ReleaseBPC Technology Team Announces New Fellow
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Blog PostTech Policy Trifecta: Age Assurance Risks and Rewards
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Blog PostAI 101
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Blog PostGenerative AI and Disinformation
Technology Policy
The Current State
As we look to the future, here are some policy areas we are focusing on:
BPC Events
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July 26, 2022What Big Tech's Online Practices Mean for Competition Policy
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September 14, 2022Could the EU Set U.S. AI Policy and Standards
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February 13, 20232023 Top Cybersecurity Risks
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November 16, 2023AI and the Workforce: An International Economic Outlook
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October 24, 2023Creative Industries and the Emergence of Generative AI
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September 14, 2023The Future of AI Governance
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New Tech We’re Excited About
How have modern technologies and the latest innovations shaped our lives, economy, and politics? Here, BPC’s Technology Project shares predictions and analyses on trends, developments, and disruptions that may catalyze significant impact on our world. If you have questions or thoughts about any technology explored here, please reach out and check this page regularly for updates.
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Competition/Anti-Trust Resource Hub
As Congress debates reforming anti-trust laws and competition policy for the tech sector, there is a need for a reliable source that analyzes and discusses the diverse perspectives on the issues. The Bipartisan Policy Center is interviewing experts, researching the topics, and analyzing the proposals to facilitate a standard narrative in the debate.
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BPC XR Initiative
Immersive technologies like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) fall under the umbrella term XR and are reshaping society. Immersive technologies are already being used by retailers to train workers, surgeons to practice surgery, and car manufacturers to design new products, and this technology’s use raises important policy questions.
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Cybersecurity
Today’s cybersecurity challenges impact every level of society, and protecting our digital and electronic assets is critical. Cybersecurity is a vast and expanding issue that requires analysis from a range of experts and perspectives. Identifying cybersecurity risks is the first step in managing them. BPC’s work is a helpful starting tool for researchers, policymakers, businesses, and individuals seeking a wide array of opinions and the necessary information to address gaps in our nation’s preparedness.
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Broadband
As the world went online during the pandemic, millions of Americans were quickly left at the bottom of a widening digital divide. Policymakers can see that support for broadband internet availability and affordability helps ensure everyone can participate in the growing digital economy. To better understand the broadband debate, read our series of blogs on broadband policy and the digital divide.