Doug Kelly, CEO of American Edge Project In Silicon Valley’s hyper-competitive marketplace, tech giants wage daily battles for talent, market share, and innovation supremacy. Yet when America’s national security hangs in the balance, these same companies demonstrate an extraordinary willingness to unite in defense of our democratic values and technological global leadership. This week’s announcement […]
The American Edge Project, a coalition of nearly two dozen domestic organizations, released the following statement in reaction to a new article by Reuters detailing how China continues to use technology to advance its authoritarian views. […]
A new survey released today by the American Edge Project (AEP) reveals that U.S. voters nationwide and in Senate battleground states want their elected officials to prioritize national security and pressing pocketbook issues – like the cost of living, health care, and Social Security – instead of pursuing regulatory policies targeting U.S. tech companies. […]
The United States and China are currently locked in a high-stakes competition for global technology leadership, with artificial intelligence (AI) at the center. But the AI race is not just another technological competition – it’s a contest that will determine whether democratic or authoritarian values shape our digital future. The winner of this race will also earn a decades-long military and economic advantage and extensive geopolitical influence. […]
Free Speech Week presents a vital opportunity to remind ourselves that our freedom to express ideas doesn’t only live on the printed page or in the public square — it thrives in the digital space, from blogs to social media posts and encrypted messages to the technological advancements of the future. But in an era where countries like China, Russia and Iran are actively undermining a free and open internet, the battle for free speech has never been more urgent. […]
As Cybersecurity Month kicks off, the headlines tell a sobering story: a relentless wave of cyberattacks targeting everything from our power grids to personal data—many orchestrated by hostile adversaries like China. With our critical infrastructure and national security at risk, there’s no time to waste. The key to defending against these threats lies in strengthening America’s tech sector—our first line of defense in the digital battlefield. […]
3-in-4 Voters In Both The U.S. And Europe Believe Western Countries Must Work Together to Defend Shared Values, Preserve Their Economies and National Security, And Protect Against Technological Threats Posed By China And Russia […]
The American Edge Project, a coalition of two dozen domestic organizations, will air its latest ad, “Edward,” during tonight’s Vice Presidential Debate, which will be broadcast on CBS, ABC, and streamed on ABC News Live. […]
In a recent 60 Minutes interview, journalist Lesley Stahl asked Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan several insightful questions about mergers. In particular, Ms. Stahl inquired as to their beneficial effects: “What about the argument that when companies merge prices often come down, because of efficiencies, scale?” Ms. Stahl also noted that courts have rejected the FTC’s aggressive antimerger theories and that “start-up founders complain that [Chair Khan] is spooking investors so much, she’s actually stifling innovation.” […]
Just as America led the world in space exploration, the internet, and advanced computing, we now can lead in global energy innovation – and artificial intelligence (AI) is central to this goal. But to seize this pivotal moment, U.S. policymakers must act decisively now, embracing and investing in AI-driven solutions to secure America’s leadership in global energy innovation. […]