Strategic Technologies Program

The Strategic Technologies Program (STP) conducts research on the social, economic, and security challenges created by emerging technologies to inform effective policy solutions and best practices

The STP’s research agenda includes cybersecurity, emerging technologies and innovation, frameworks for digital governance, 5G networks and telecommunications, surveillance and privacy, and the role of technology in power and conflict.

The STP brings together technologists, policymakers, civil society, and business leaders from around the world. In a time when disruptive technologies are reshaping the global economy and society, the program provides pragmatic and data-driven analysis and policy recommendations to face these challenges.

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A Cloud Policy Agenda

The Strategic Technologies Program is undertaking a series of projects to examine the policy questions that are arising with the expanded use of cloud services.

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The Quantum Man and the Sea of Risks

This commentary discusses navigating the sea of risks in defending against the malicious use of quantum technologies.

Commentary by Zhanna L. Malekos Smith — February 20, 2024

Securing Communications Networks from Foreign Adversaries

Western companies remain attracted to China as a supplier and as a market, but careful scrutiny of this commercial and technological relationship with China is long overdue.

Congressional Testimony by James Andrew Lewis — February 15, 2024

This Does Not Compute

Navigating Spectrum Policy in the 5G Era

In this episode Jim Lewis speaks to former FCC Commissioner Michael O’Rielly about the future of spectrum allocation, the outcomes of the World Radio Conference, and how the U.S. can still strike a balance between innovation and safeguarding national security.

Podcast Episode by James Andrew Lewis — February 13, 2024

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AI and Neurodiversity

Join CSIS for an event on the importance of neurodiversity and AI.

Event — February 7, 2024

In a World Dominated by AI, Neurodiversity Matters More Than Ever

Policymakers should be actively engaging with neurodiverse individuals to help shape the future of Artificial Intelligence and create highly skilled workforces that encourage diversity of thought and perspective.

Commentary by Kiersten Todt and Peter Kant — January 30, 2024

This Does Not Compute

Unpacking Immersive Technologies: A Comprehensive Policy Approach

In this episode, Joan O’Hara and Miranda Lutz of the XR Association join host Caitlin Chin-Rothmann to discuss how immersive technologies could transform a range of sectors, including healthcare, defense, education, and gaming. 

Podcast Episode by Caitlin Chin-Rothmann — January 26, 2024

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