.SIIA supports preemptive privacy laws, with feedback on APRA, COPPA 2.0, & KOSA. SIIA commends aspects of APRA, raises concerns on COPPA 2.0, and opposes KOSA's impact on free speech. Read more⬇️

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SIIA supports FTC's move to extend impersonation rules to individuals but raises concerns over broad liability implications. Adjustments aim to balance consumer protection w/ preserving legitimate commercial activity. Read More⬇️

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🚨 SIIA and various associations voice concerns over proposed #cybersecurity regulations, urging effective collaboration to tackle national security threats. Read more ⬇️ siia.net/siia-joins-ind…

Congress is considering bills like KOSA, COPPA 2.0, & APRA to protect Americans' privacy, impacting schools from K-12 to higher ed. Experts from Center for Democracy & Technology, PublicInterestLegal, & SIIA delved into these proposals & their effects.
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Join CSIS Strategic Technologies Program and CSIS Scholl Chair on May 3 at 9:00am ET for the launch of a new report on the U.S. tech ecosystem and national security.

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USTR Ambassador Tai faced critical hearings on the Biden administration's trade agenda. With growing threats to U.S. digital trade, Congress must push for action to protect American interests.
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.SIIA & other industry groups voice concerns over recent U.S. admin actions on digital trade. Emphasizing bipartisan opposition, they stress policies safeguarding cross-border data flows & preventing discrimination against American companies.

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Happy #AILiteracyDay ! Join @EDSAFEAI, The Tech Interactive, Common Sense Media, AI for Education, The AI Education Project (aiEDU) for a nationwide day of action, inviting students, parents, educators, and community members as we explore the fundamental question, 'What is AI?' ailiteracyday.org

.SIIA stands with 11 other associations urging Congress to address USTR's neglect of digital trade barriers in the 2024 National Trade Estimate Report. Protecting American interests and jobs is paramount. Read more⬇️
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.SIIA joins 7 orgs in opposing SB 1047, arguing for a federal approach to AI regulation. While safety is crucial, this bill risks hindering innovation with vague requirements and fragmented regulation. Read more⬇️
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VP of Policy Samir Jain from Center for Democracy & Technology made a great point in today’s @HouseCommercethat we must be careful to ensure our laws do not inadvertently give kids less privacy than adults. Legislation like #KOSA does just that.

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Today’s Energy and Commerce Committee hearing made clear there's broad consensus on a comprehensive approach to regulating privacy.

We look forward to working with lawmakers as they discuss legislation like the #AmericanPrivacyRightsAct to ensure kids remain safe & connected online!

Important point from Center for Democracy & Technology’s VP of Policy Samir Jain on #KOSA in Energy and Commerce Committee hearing: “government officials charged with enforcing such laws would be left to make politicized decisions” when it comes to what kids see online.

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.SIIA joins 7 orgs in endorsing AB 2876, backing the integration of AI literacy into California’s education. This bill aims to equip students with the skills to understand, use, and critically assess AI, crucial for our future workforce. Read more⬇️
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.SIIA responds to NTIA's call for comments on dual-use foundation models in AI, advocating for a nuanced approach to openness & risk management.
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