Emerging Technologies

Emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, the internet of things and quantum are fundamentally changing the world we live in

The STP studies the political, economic, and social transformations of this fourth industrial revolution, and provides recommendations to design policies and systems that will amplify its promise while anticipating and mitigating negative consequences.

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AI and Rumors of Impending Doom

AI is the latest moral panic gripping society, but what are the policy consequences of non-stop talk about impending doom? CSIS’s James Lewis addresses how little of the present discussion of AI is informed by careful analysis. 

Commentary by James Andrew Lewis — July 5, 2023

Quantum Technology: Applications and Implications

While quantum phenomena have been studied for decades, important technology based on quantum physics has only appeared recently. This CSIS paper examines critical quantum technologies and provides recommendations for policymakers to be prepared for a post-quantum future.

Report by James Andrew Lewis and Georgia Wood — May 25, 2023

Release the Robot Hounds: Providing Unmanned Ground Vehicles to Ukraine

This commentary argues that U.S. policymakers should expand unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) support to Ukraine because of the broad potential value UGVs offer Ukraine and because the lessons and generated data could support U.S. security.

Commentary by Zachary Kallenborn and Marcel Plichta — April 3, 2023

This Does Not Compute

Helper Robots: Implementation and Policy

Jim Lewis speaks with Kate Weber and Vincent Vanhoucke about the implementation of robots into everyday life.

Podcast Episode by James Andrew Lewis — March 23, 2023

CSIS This Does Not Compute

Genomes: The Era of Purposeful Manipulation Begins

The purposeful manipulation of genomes holds great economic promise and has broad strategic implications. If the United States wants to ensure leadership in this sector, the DOD needs to make structural reforms in its approach to emerging technologies.

Report by Carol Kuntz — July 8, 2022