Information Technology and Innovation Foundation

EVENT: On the heels of an adverse decision in the landmark #DOJ v. #Google search #antitrust case, Google again finds itself in court against the DOJ. Join ITIF on October 30 from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM EDT for a virtual panel #discussion with experts exploring the merits and implications of the DOJ v. Google ad tech case. #Register for the webinar: https://lnkd.in/eA7j8hY7 Speakers: - Alden Abbott, Mercatus Center at George Mason University - Joseph V. Coniglio, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (moderator) - Megan Gray, GrayMatters Law & Policy - Adam Kovacevich, Chamber of Progress - Salil Mehra, Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eA7j8hY7 Background: In a highly technical and vigorous trial, the DOJ argued that Google has a #monopoly in three specific #adtech markets: 1) the ad exchange market with the company’s AdX product, 2) the ad server market with Google’s Double Click for Publishers (DFP) offering, and 3) the ad network market with its Google Ads tool. The DOJ contended that Google maintained its monopoly power through a wide ranging course of conduct, including refusals to deal, predatory product design, and anticompetitive #mergers. In addition to offering procompetitive justifications for its behavior, Google took issue with the DOJ’s market definition and claims that it is an ad tech monopoly, as well as put forward evidence to establish the weaknesses of the DOJ’s theories of harm. During this webinar, experts will discuss who is likely to prevail, what any potential remedy would look like, and how this ad tech case fits in with not just the Google search case but the other ongoing antitrust actions against “Big Tech.” #techpolicy #antitrust #webinar #liveevent

EVENT: On Thursday, October 24 at 12:00 PM EDT, join us for a #live panel #discussion exploring how anti-tech conservatives would weaponize the #government against #technology, the legitimacy of conservatives' anti-tech arguments, and the implications of their proposals for society. Learn more and register now for this #webinar: https://lnkd.in/gZx9E6Th Speakers: - Jennifer Huddleston, Cato Institute - Ash Johnson, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (moderator) - Jeff Westling, American Action Forum - Josh Withrow, R Street Institute Register for the discussion: https://lnkd.in/gZx9E6Th Background: The recent backlash against "Big Tech" has come from both sides of the aisle, with the #conservative anti-tech sentiment showing up in state #laws governing #socialmedia in Florida, Texas, Louisiana, and more, as well as in #Project2025, the Heritage Foundation's blueprint for the future of conservative policy. While advocating for small government and a hands-off #regulatory approach in many other areas, anti-tech conservatives also argue for breaking up "Big Tech," banning #TikTok, and scrapping Section 230, relying on many of the same arguments that anti-tech liberals use: tech is addictive, harmful to children, detrimental to free speech and privacy, and responsible for bias and political division.

Conservatives must stick to core principles of #FreeMarkets and limited government when addressing #BigTech issues, rather than resorting to punitive measures. 🏛️📉 Ash Johnson explains in her newest commentary ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/esDqkQ-f

📣 TOMORROW THURSDAY, October 24: How are conservatives using government powers to regulate tech? 💻 Join Ash Johnson (ITIF), Jennifer Huddleston (Cato Institute), Josh Withrow (R Street Institute), & Jeffrey Westling (American Action Forum) from 12-1 PM EDT. Register now ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/gZx9E6Th

Thanks to our presenters from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), MxD, NIIMBL | The National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals, Siemens, and LIFT for joining us this morning to celebrate 10 years of Manufacturing USA! The full stream can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eb-VzEbG

EVENT: Join us on Wednesday, October 23 at 9:00 AM for a live #discussion detailing the effect and importance of #ManufacturingUSA, and emphasizing the importance of sustained investment in the program to #policymakers. The event will take place on Capitol Hill in Rayburn Office Building 2075. Breakfast and coffee service is availble to all in-person attendees. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eb-VzEbG Speakers: - Berardino Baratta, MxD - Gregory L. Bowman, J.D., LL.M., Siemens Government Technologies - Stephen Ezell. Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (moderator) - Kelvin H. Lee, NIIMBL | The National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals - Mike Molnar, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) - Joe Steele, LIFT - Carroll Thomas, MBA Learn more and #register for the event: https://lnkd.in/eb-VzEbG Background: Since its 2014 inception, the Manufacturing USA network—17 #manufacturing #innovation institutes dedicated to advancing manufacturing product and process technologies—has played a catalytic role in revitalizing #American manufacturing innovation and regional growth in the United States’s advanced technology industries. This event will feature presentations from leaders of three dynamic Manufacturing USA institutes—LIFT, MxD, and NIIMBL—along with analysis and assessment from public policy experts on the impact the Manufacturing USA network has had on U.S. manufacturing over the past decade. #techpolicy #manufacturing #NIIMBL #LIFT #NIST #policy #publicpolicy #liveevent

The EU’s trade surplus with America is more than $200 billion. Yet it targets U.S. firms with a raft of discriminatory regulations, purchasing policies, and protectionist measures that both extract revenue from and reduce revenue to U.S. industries. Left unchecked, Europe’s approach provides a protectionist model for other countries and regions to emulate, which would fragment the global digital economy into national and regional “walled gardens.” To move forward into a new era of deeper transatlantic trade integration, America must first demand a level playing field. Congress and the next administration should review U.S. trade tools and develop new reciprocal measures to counter the EU’s digital protectionism and tech sovereignty. 🔗 Read Rob Atkinson's full report: https://lnkd.in/gb78nBma

📣 NEXT THURSDAY, October 24: Join Ash Johnson (ITIF), Jennifer Huddleston (Cato Institute), Josh Withrow (R Street Institute), & Jeff Westling (American Action Forum) from 12-1 PM EDT for a discussion on the conservative weaponization of government against tech. Register now ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/gZx9E6Th

📅 Manufacturing USA has transformed U.S. manufacturing over the past decade. Now, let’s talk about what’s next. Join us on October 23 for a deep dive into the past, present, and future of this program with experts like @Stephen Ezell from ITIF, @Kelvin H. Lee from NIIMBL, and @Berardino Baratta from MxD. Don't miss out on this crucial discussion for the future of American innovation. Save your spot here: https://lnkd.in/eb-VzEbG

EVENT: The Digital Markets Act (#DMA) is at a critical phase. Just months into its enforcement, the European Commission (#EU) has already initiated proceedings against Alphabet, Apple, and Meta. But is the DMA achieving its intended #goals, and are the ongoing investigations leading to meaningful outcomes? On Thursday, October 10 at 10:00AM-11:00AM, join ITIF’s Schumpeter Project on Competition Policy for a lively and insightful #discussion featuring leading #experts from #Europe. Learn more and #register now: https://lnkd.in/eZ3enrEd Speakers: - Alberto Bacchiega, European Commission - Lilla Nóra Kiss, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation - Cristoforo Osti, Chiomenti - Alexandre de Streel, Centre on Regulation in Europe (CERRE) - Reinhilde Veugelers, Bruegel - Improving economic policy Learn more and register now: https://lnkd.in/eZ3enrEd Background: While the DMA is designed to level the #digital playing field and enhance #competition, the adoption of national implementation #laws by member states risks undermining these objectives, potentially leading to #regulatory fragmentation. This timely discussion will explore the impact of the DMA’s enforcement and the varied national actions on businesses, #innovation, and consumer choice across Europe. The panel will also address broader #competition #policy issues, including insights from Mario Draghi’s report on European #competitiveness. As the DMA continues to fuel #international debates and inspire #global regulatory movements—often referred to as the “Brussels Effect”—our expert speakers will examine the real-world consequences of the DMA, as well as the urgent need for a unified, pro-competition strategy across the European Union.