Democracy + Tech Initiative
Thu, Mar 26, 2026
Watch the Watchers: Surveillance technologies for political control in Venezuela
Despite changes in leadership, Venezuela's extensive surveillance infrastructure remains fully operational.
Wed, Mar 4, 2026
From Delhi to Geneva, what’s next for AI governance?
India’s AI Impact Summit 2026 spotlighted Global South leadership in AI governance, but the upcoming UN Global Dialogue will determine whether its principles translate into enforceable global standards.
Wed, Feb 25, 2026
AI cooperation under the shadow of China’s Digital Silk Road
China’s Digital Silk Road has become a central channel through which Beijing engages Global South countries on digital infrastructure and, increasingly, artificial intelligence.
Fri, Jan 23, 2026
DFC reauthorization is here: The good, the bad, and the next steps for connectivity
The DFC reauthorization in the FY2026 NDAA gives the agency more capacity and new tools to counter Chinese digital infrastructure finance. This article assesses the changes against our connectivity-focused proposals, examining the good, the gaps, and what needs to happen next.
Thu, Dec 18, 2025
Shaping the Road to the AI Impact Summit in India
Examining how global governance efforts around AI intersect and what they collectively mean for the future of inclusive AI.
by Konstantinos Komaitis, Elonnai Hickock
Fri, Sep 5, 2025
Analysis: China’s bid to rewrite the internet’s DNA
Clock is ticking as Beijing moves to control the technical rules governing the next generation of the internet
Thu, Jul 31, 2025
‘The multistakeholder model is the engine that powers the internet’ —Konstantinos Komaitis on WSIS+20
A statement from Konstantinos Komaitis on the WSIS+20 process and the future of digital governance.
Thu, Jun 12, 2025
Konstantinos Komaitis’ statement to the UN Informal Interactive WSIS stakeholder consultation
Konstantinos Komaitis' statement regarding the progress and challenges of implementing the goals from the World Summit on the Information Society.
Tue, Feb 11, 2025
Analysis: At the AI Action Summit, bragging rights for hosts but limited opportunities for stakeholders
Hosting an international tech summit brings great prestige, but direct engagement with stakeholders would have been more constructive
Tue, Feb 11, 2025
Analysis: AI Summit emphasizes innovation and competition over trust and safety
Doubling down on competition and economic growth marks a significant change in AI policymaking that previously focused on safety.
by Mark Scott
Fri, Jan 17, 2025
National Security Memorandum (NSM) on Artificial Intelligence: Democracy + Tech Initiative Markup
On October 24, 2024, the Biden Administration released its National Security Memorandum (NSM) on Artificial Intelligence. Read along with AC Tech Programs staff, fellows, and industry experts for commentary and analysis.
Tue, Oct 29, 2024
A Conversation with Věra Jourová: Lessons from EU Election Interference
Assessing lessons learned from information interference operations during the European Parliament elections.
