The American Edge Project, a coalition of two dozen domestic organizations, today launched a new ad campaign featuring two small business owners describing the vital role American tech companies play in the success of our main street economy. […]
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U.S. Lawmakers Ignore National Security Dangers of Handcuffing U.S. Technology Industry
The U.S. technology industry plays a critical role in protecting the national security of America and her global allies. In fact, as Russia continues its brutal invasion of Ukraine, the world is witnessing first-hand how U.S. tech companies have stopped the Kremlin’s malicious cyberattacks, thwarted misinformation campaigns, unplugged authoritarian propaganda, and exposed on-the-ground atrocities that have helped harden world opinion against Russia’s unprovoked war. […]
Foiled Russian Cyberattack Targeted Small Businesses, Home Offices – But Congress Pushes to Weaken U.S. Tech
The FBI recently announced its removal of Russian malware from thousands of computer networks across the globe. While this short-term threat was addressed, some in Congress continue to push an anti-tech agenda that would undermine companies making the largest investments in cybersecurity protections – leaving the United States and our allies more vulnerable. […]
AEP Releases New Ad: “Change Course”
The American Edge Project, a coalition of two dozen domestic organizations, today launched a new ad campaign spotlighting the critical role American technology plays in supporting and safeguarding our national and economic security. […]
How Congress’ Anti-Tech Political Agenda Could Aid Russia and China’s Assault Against Democracy
As Russia and China join in an authoritarianism alliance to undermine democracy across the globe, most evidently in Ukraine, American technology stands as a bulwark against their efforts. Yet driven by an anti-Big Tech political agenda, some in Congress are intent on crippling America’s ability to innovate – a central element of our country’s defense against autocracy. […]
AEP Announces National Security Advisory Board Additions
The American Edge Project (AEP), a coalition of two dozen domestic organizations, today announced that retired four-star General Joseph F. Dunford Jr., United States Marine Corps (USMC), who served as the 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and former Deputy Director and Acting Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Michael J. Morell, have joined its National Security Advisory Board. […]
Celebrating And Strengthening Women’s Integral Role In American Business And Innovation
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we observe the incredible contribution of women to American society – in business, academics, the arts, technology, medicine, and so much more. […]
New Government Report Highlights Importance Of Technology To U.S. National Security
The Annual Threat Assessment (ATA) was released in March 2022, and it mentioned the importance of “technology” 34 times in a 31-page report (and “cyber” 33 times). […]
The Critical Role U.S. Tech Innovators Play in Advancing Democracy and Democratic Values
In his State of the Union speech, President Joe Biden outlined democracy’s fierce battle against authoritarian aggression, and promised that “freedom will always triumph over tyranny.” […]
AEP Statement On State of the Union
The American Edge Project, a coalition of two dozen domestic organizations, today released a statement ahead of the President’s State of the Union Address warning about the threat authoritarian governments pose to internet freedom. […]