Economists have long recognized that technological innovation and enhanced communication increase productivity and reduce friction in economic activity. And never before has technology’s impact on economic growth been as evident as it is today.
At IPI, we focus on technology and communications policy not only because it’s critical to economic growth, but also because government’s inherent tendency to regulate prospectively poses an active threat to the economic gains and lifestyle enhancements made possible by technological innovation.
The communications and technology industries are among the country’s most competitive and the biggest capital investors in the U.S. economy, and are thus prime engines of economic growth and job creation. It is critical that public policy encourages continued innovation and investment in the tech sector, and that we don’t limit the innovation upside with counterproductive taxes and regulations.
IPI Commends U.S. House of Representatives for Passing Email Privacy Act
IPI commends the U.S. House of Representatives for today’s unanimous support passing reforms to ECPA, a necessary step toward protecting Americans’ Fourth Amendment rights guarding against warrantless search and seizure of electronic data.
Comments to the FCC Regarding "AllVid" Video Navigation Choices Rulemaking
The FCC's "AllVid" rulemaking is an example of top-down regulatory hubis, as there is no evidence of a market problem or failure.
Texas Telemedicine is Ailing
As yet another example of regulation hampering innovation, telemedicine in Texas is being held back by the Texas Medical Board.
Texas Telemedicine is Ailing
As yet another example of regulation hampering innovation, telemedicine in Texas is being held back by the Texas Medical Board.
Congress Steps In on AllVid Rulemaking
Commending congressional leaders for taking the first steps of Congressional oversight on the FCC’s controversial AllVid rulemaking.
Conn. Senator Calls for Higher Cable Bills
Policy makers should resist the impulse to insinuate themselves into private business negotiations, and leave markets to determine the value of programming.
GMO Foods and the Anti-Science Left
You wouldn't know it from the media, but those on the political left, not conservatives, are the real anti-science hardliners. Just look at genetically modified foods.
Letter to House Committee Leaders on the FCC's "Allvid" Set-Top Box Mandate
Coalition letter in opposition to the FCC’s plan for new set-top-box technology mandates that will undermine the vibrant competition and innovation that currently exist in the market.
Gagging Negative Reviews Online Impedes Commerce and Free Speech
Such actions designed to limit speech and thought are repugnant to the very meaning of being American.
Let the People Speak and Innovate
Politicians and bureaucrats increasingly want to legislate and regulate innovative new products and business models before they even exist. Instead, better to let society express its will before legislators try to do it.
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