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Explore the intersection of technology, innovation, and public policy with the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), the world’s leading think tank for science and tech policy. Innovation Files serves up expert interviews, insights, and commentary on topics ranging from the broad economics of innovation to specific policy and regulatory questions about new technologies. Expect t... more

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Artwork for Innovation Files: Where Tech Meets Public Policy

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Regulating how AI is used—not how it's built—is the only way to protect innovation and give small startups a fair shot. Rob and Jackie sit down with Matt Perault, Head of Artificial Intelligence Policy at Andreessen Horowitz, to discuss the significa... more

Continued innovation and investment is vital to maintaining the U.S.'s leadership in the biopharma sector. Rob and Jackie sit down with Andrew Geall, Chief Development Officer at Replicate Bioscience, and Deborah Barbara, strategic advisor to Primros... more

There is a clear linkage between technology and national security, economic strength and social stability. Rob and Jackie sit down with Alex Capri, author of Techno-Nationalism: How It's Reshaping Trade, Geopolitics and Society to discuss how nations... more

In the inaugural episode of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation's Trade War Podcast, host Stan McCoy discusses recent developments and challenges in global trade policy with Ambassador Susan C. Schwab and Rob Atkinson. The conversati... more

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Rochelle Haynes
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Episode: Europe Needs to Focus on Solving Its 30-Year Innovation Problem, With David Evans
Jeffrey Ding
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Episode: General-Purpose Technologies and the Rise of Great Nations, With Jeffrey Ding
Daniel Castro
Vice President at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation and Director of the Center for Data Innovation
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Episode: Information Technology Is Increasingly Critical and Increasingly Demonized, With Daniel Castro
Jim Pethokoukis
Senior fellow and DeWitt Wallace Chair at the American Enterprise Institute, analyzes US economic policy
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Episode: Remaining Realistic and Optimistic About the Promise of the Future, With Jim Pethokoukis
Robin Gaster
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Episode: Embracing Innovation is the Ultimate Key to Tackling Climate Change, With Robin Gaster
Ryan Long
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Episode: Navigating Deepfakes While Promoting Innovation, With Ryan Long

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Rob Atkinson
Founder and President of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, providing expertise on technology policy and innovation issues.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Great interview

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    tkoenig
    a year ago
  • Terrific info

    The show by is very informative because of guests and the ability of the hosts to articulate great questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shft6
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show!

    The highlights all aspects of tech, innovation and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    The host of the Innovation File‪s‬ podcast, highlight all aspects of technology and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clarisse Gomez
    United States5 years ago
  • Informative

    Always very informative - and accessible. Really enjoy the hosts.

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Information Technology Is Increasingly Critical and Increasingly Demonized, With Daniel Castro
Q: How has public opinion shifted regarding the use of data?
Public opinion has moved from excitement about technology to skepticism and fear, driving a shift in policy discussions around technology's role.
Information Technology Is Increasingly Critical and Increasingly Demonized, With Daniel Castro
Q: How do you pronounce the word data?
The word is plural, you have one datum, then you have many data, but it's often pronounced as 'data'.
Remaining Realistic and Optimistic About the Promise of the Future, With Jim Pethokoukis
Q: What do you mean by up-wingers and down-wingers?
Up-wingers think technology is important and drives economic growth, while down-wingers are hesitant about economic disruption and growth's societal impacts.
Remaining Realistic and Optimistic About the Promise of the Future, With Jim Pethokoukis
Q: What do you think the biggest mistakes the US has made since the Chicago World's Fair?
The US has not followed through on major initiatives like the Apollo program and has over-regulated many sectors, stifling innovation.
Europe Needs to Focus on Solving Its 30-Year Innovation Problem, With David Evans
Q: What are some explanations for Europe’s digital winter you raise in your article?
He notes that while Europeans are good at identifying excuses for their lack of success, they struggle to provide a cohesive explanation for the absence of digital leaders in the continent.

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Explore the intersection of technology and public policy, highlighting the critical role innovation plays in shaping the future of society. Episodes feature expert interviews encompassing a wide range of topics related to economic strategies, industrial policies, and the impact of technology on various facets of governance and community services. The discussions often provide insights from notable figures in economics and public policy, making the content rich with nuanced perspectives on how emerging tech influences global trade, local government efficacy, and international competitiveness. This program aims to demystify complex topics and aims to challenge conventional thinking, making it particularly engaging for those interested in the ... more

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