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SIIA works across capitals across the U.S. and around the world to advocate for our members’ interests. We will continue to fight for smart policies that enable our members to grow and innovate, in turn creating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and driving U.S. competitiveness.

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SIIA Statement on No Fakes

The following statement can be attributed to Paul Lekas, Senior Vice President, Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA). SIIA shares …

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SIIA Attends White House and U.S. Department of Education Summit on Digital Equity, Inclusion, and Emerging Technology

The following can be attributed to Paul Lekas, Senior Vice President, Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA). The …

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The Next Administration Should Harness the Power of American Tech

It’s August of an election year, which means the presidential election is in full force. Right now, both …

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SIIA Commends NIST for Finalizing Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards

The following statement can be attributed to Paul Lekas, Senior Vice President, Global Pubic Policy for SIIA. The …

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Illinois Approves Amendment Lowering BIPA Damages

On August 2, Illinois formally amended its Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) to limit the  financial penalties assessed …

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Both Congress and Private Sector Innovators Have Important Roles in Combating Deep Fake Intimate Imagery

By Bethany Abbate   Over the years, leading U.S.-based tech companies have developed technologies that have provided new …

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In the News: These near-impossible standards would make California lose its edge in AI

Opinion: Will this California bill to regulate AI protect consumers or gut tech? Source: LATimes By Paul Lekas California is …

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SIIA Statement on Court Decision in Google Search Case

The following statement can be attributed to Chris Mohr, President, Software & Information Industry Association: Today’s federal district …

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Recap on Implementation of the AI Executive Order at 270 Days

By Bethany Abbate   July 26, 2024, marked nine months since the Biden-Harris Administration took a step toward …

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FTC Substantive Antitrust Rulemaking after Loper Bright

By Morten Skroejer   The Supreme Court’s decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, which overturned Chevron, raises fresh questions …

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