Europe stands at a crossroads. For more than a decade, the continent’s economy has stagnated while those of the United States and China surge ahead, especially in key emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. […]
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China could literally rewrite history using AI — and control the future
Imagine waking up to a world where entire chapters of history have quietly disappeared and key facts about important news are simply nowhere to be found. […]
Advancing America’s global AI leadership through digital diplomacy and strategic cooperation
As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the global landscape, America must seize the moment to lead AI’s development and deployment worldwide. By doing so, we can reinforce our alliances, secure our leadership in the technologies that will drive the 21st Century, and protect our national interests. To achieve this, we must leverage digital diplomacy, strengthen partnerships with the private sector, and deepen cooperation with our allies—all while countering the growing threats from China and Russia, who are working tirelessly to outpace us in AI and other critical technologies. […]
This Free Speech Week, let’s fight for a free and open internet
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. […]
Strengthening America’s Tech Sector Is Key To Defeating China’s Cyber Threats
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. […]
A Modern-Day Space Race: Artificial Intelligence is the New Frontier
More than 60 years ago, President John F. Kennedy challenged America to land on the moon, a mission that solidified the U.S. as a global leader in space and technology. Today, the U.S. faces a new race – one that will determine the future of tech innovation and leadership for generations. […]
Democrats must secure America’s role as a tech leader
As Democrats meet together at the Democratic National Convention to chart their vision for the future, they must prioritize an especially important issue: securing America’s role as a global leader in technology and innovation. […]
Charting a path to combat the China challenge
The United States is at a critical juncture and the decisions made by elected leaders in Washington, D.C. in the coming years will define America’s standing for decades to come. […]
A playbook for winning the tech race against China
The rise of artificial intelligence is intensifying the global tech competition, raising critical questions about the United States’s position as a leader in innovation. Will we maintain our lead, or will China overtake us? […]
Tech Companies Are The Backbone Of U.S. Cyber Defense
When I joined the U.S. Navy in 1995, warfare was dominated by physical battlegrounds and traditional combat tactics. Today, that landscape has shifted dramatically. The frontline of 21st-Century conflict lies in cyberspace. And that reality has massive implications for both our national and economic security. […]