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‘Top in tech’ is brought to you by the Global Counsel tech policy team. Each fortnight, the team lift the lid on the latest in ‘techlash’, identifying where the debate is heading in London, Brussels, and Washington DC, the politics (and geopolitics) behind it, and what this might mean for the apps and online services we use every day.

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In this episode of Top in Tech, David Swanson, Senior Associate is joined by Megan Stagman, Director, Ysabel Chen, Associate, Divya Singh, Senior Associate and Saskia Giraud-Reeves, Senior Associate to reflect on key takeaways from this year’s World ... more

In this episode of Top in Tech, Tom Doherty, Director, is joined by Gosia Szczodrowska and Fergus Cameron Watt, Associate Directors, to unpack the fast-moving technology policy landscape in the first few weeks of 2026. The discussion ranges across AI... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Wheeler
Senior Advisor and former 31st chairman of the FCC
Episode: 2026 for the FCC: what does the year hold for an agency with evolving powers and priorities?
Lord Clement-Jones
Spokesperson for Science, Innovation, and Technology for the Liberal Democrats in the Lords, co-chair of the AI APPG, and author of 'Living with the Algorithm'
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Episode: 2025 UK Tech Policy in review with Lord Clement-Jones
Kaushal Mahan
Senior Vice President from Chase Advisors
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Episode: Exploring India's tech landscape
Virginia Caimmi
Tech Policy Advisor at Utopia, with extensive experience in institutional relations.
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Episode: Italy leads on AI legislation: unpacking Italy's new AI Bill
Ellison-Anne Williams
CEO of Enveil, leading privacy enhancing technology company
Enveil
Episode: Breaking Barriers: How data sharing can transform the fight against economic crime
Harry Palmer
Associate Director in Global Counsel's Financial Services Team and co-author of the report
Global Counsel
Episode: Breaking Barriers: How data sharing can transform the fight against economic crime

Hosts

Megan Stagman
Director in the TMT team at Global Counsel and host, specialized in technology, media, and telecom policy.
Tom Doherty
Director of the Tech Media and Telecoms Practice in the UK at Global Counsel, with expertise in tech policy and regulation.
Adriana Capparelli
Practice Director for Technology, Media and Telecoms at Global Counsel, focused on AI policy and digital regulation.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Very well done

    Delves into intersection of public policy, regulation and rapidly evolving world of tech with confidence and authority. Conan is an expert host.

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    DCpolicywonk1100
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the expert insights on the intersection of technology and public policy, valuing the depth of discussion on complex regulatory issues.
The content is described as confident and authoritative, particularly around evolving tech regulations and safety measures.

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2025 UK Tech Policy in review with Lord Clement-Jones
Q: What can be resolved now?
Ofcom should be bolder in their interpretation of the act, simplifying children's codes, and ensuring they are safety by design.
2025 UK Tech Policy in review with Lord Clement-Jones
Q: Do you think these plans are actually implementable?
Definitely think they're implementable, but one needs to be cautious on how they're implemented.
Navigating the future of defence technology
Q: Is the big bang approach realistic?
It requires a wartime mindset, and success will depend on real strategic cooperation and removing bureaucratic barriers to allow the defense industry to innovate and deliver at pace.
Navigating the future of defence technology
Q: What do you expect this money to be spent on?
The funds are expected to be allocated towards personnel recruitment, new technology such as drones and AI systems, stockpiling ammunition, and replenishing equipment donated to Ukraine.
Navigating the future of defence technology
Q: What would this mean for European spending, and what new money has been committed over in the recent weeks?
European defense spending has seen a proposal for initiative loans, with several nations enhancing their defense budgets amidst rising threats.

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Covering the intersection of technology, policy, and regulation, this series provides a comprehensive exploration of contemporary tech issues. Episodes focus on relevant themes such as AI safety, digital sovereignty, the role of regulatory bodies, and the evolving landscape of tech policy across different jurisdictions, including the US and Europe. Notably, it highlights ongoing 'techlash' trends and examines how political and geopolitical factors influence technological developments and the regulations governing them. Listeners can expect insightful discussions from experts in the field, as well as analyses of significant regulatory initiatives and their implications for businesses and consumers alike.

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