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.
Coalition Letter Regarding the FCC's Proposal To Expand Existing Primary Wi-Fi Band Into the 5.9 GHz Band
The FCC’s 5.9 GHz compromise proposal is the best near-term solution to meet consumers’ growing connectivity needs and serve as a bridge and critical complement to the expanded new 6 GHz Wi-Fi ecosystem.
Is DoD Control of Our 5G Future the US Path to Innovation?
The DoD is persuing a plan to operate a national 5G network but it seems to be shockingly unaware of the extent of technological innovation and progress in this country and how it came to be.
Coalition Letter Opposing 5G Nationalization
Taxpayers should not foot the bill for something that the private sector is already committed to doing through a free market approach.
FCC: Promises Kept Coalition Letter
Coalition letter thanking all five FCC Commissioners, Chairman Ajit Pai, Commissioner Mike O’Rielly, Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel, Commissioner Brendan Carr, and Commissioner Geoffery Starks, and the entire FCC staff for their valuable work that should not be dismissed as “lost opportunities.”
A Better Way to Connect Low-Income Students to Broadband
If the goal is to ensure that low-income students have the digital tools needed to thrive during this school year, the city’s plan to build its own wireless network fails to come anywhere close to achieving it.
A Better Way to Bridge San Antonio's Digital Divide
In a city where broadband abounds, San Antonio’s choice to build its own wireless network in an attempt to close the digital divide is a very poor use of taxpayer funds.
The Last Mile of the Last Mile
Efforts to close the distance on the last mile of broadband now come down to arcane considerations like utility pole attachment. The FCC should clarify how pole replacement or upgrade costs should be fairly allocated between pole owners and broadband providers bringing broadband to unserved areas.
Letter for the Record on Antitrust from Conservative and Free Market Leaders
In this coalition letter, these organizations caution weaponizing antitrust for broader socioeconomic purposes would fundamentally alter the primary goal of antitrust, undermine the rule of law, and negatively impact consumers.
Imagine the Covid-19 Pandemic Without Broadband
While the pandemic has imposed significant costs and losses on the economy, our broadband infrastructure has made it possible to work, shop, learn and be entertained while also maintaining social distancing, and is likely the single biggest factor in reducing the harm to the economy.
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