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Promoting Competition in the American Economy

In July, President Biden issued an Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Economy. Yet, some recommendations contained in the order contradict and undermine the White House’s stated priority of maintaining U.S. leadership in 5G standards and deployment.

Critical Questions by Alexander Kersten and Gabrielle Athanasia — November 29, 2021

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The Shot Heard around the World

Vaccine diplomacy has never been more important. The United States has an opportunity to deploy its scientific and economic prowess in the service of all humanity. Yet, the United States has been slow to seize the opportunity while geopolitical rivals eagerly fill the gap.

Report by Andrei Iancu , Gary Locke , and David J. Kappos — November 17, 2021

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Winning the Tech Talent Competition

Data show that China is quickly catching up to the United States due to intense investments in education and other high-tech talent initiatives. Without STEM immigration reforms, U.S. technology leadership will continue eroding.

Report by Remco Zwetsloot — October 28, 2021

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Inclusive Innovation: Building Opportunities for all Americans

Please join the CSIS Renewing American Innovation Program for a timely discussion on the need for greater diversity in innovation.

Event by Andrei Iancu , Lonnie Johnson , Cordell Hardy , Valencia Martin-Wallace , and Lisa Jorgenson — October 26, 2021

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Intellectual Property versus Big Tech Platforms: The IP-Antitrust Paradox

If policymakers are concerned with stemming Big Tech firms’ growing influence, they should end the attack on intellectual property, as it is the most effective tool for stopping Big Tech’s increasing economic, social, and political concentration of power.

Commentary by Kirti Gupta — September 28, 2021

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U.S. Innovation Competitiveness Summit

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Event by Andrei Iancu , Walter G. Copan , Kirti Gupta , John J. Hamre , and Orin Herskowitz — September 13, 2021

U.S. Intellectual Property Is Critical to National Security

If the United States is to maintain its technological lead, it must reexamine all key IP weaknesses and embrace IP policies that will incentivize and protect investments in creating AI and other emerging technologies.

Commentary by Andrei Iancu and David J. Kappos — July 12, 2021

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U.S. Competitiveness: Where Do We Stand? What Do We Do Now?

The United States is heading toward a crossroads that may lead to the loss of its global innovation leadership if improperly addressed. Due to the exponential implications of Moore’s Law, the United States cannot afford to wait to address this immediate danger.

Report by Richard Elkus Jr. — June 22, 2021

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