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August 31, 2026 at 10:15 PM

August U.S. Newsletter: Pushing back against federal policies that would enable AI discrimination

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July 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Check 🪩Tech Prom🪩 off of your pre-vacation list

Before setting your OOO To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Secure your spot at CDT’s Tech Prom now, so you can relax on vacation knowing November is handled. Join us on November 12 at the LINE DC for an evening of mixing…

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July 29, 2026 at 6:15 PM

July U.S. Newsletter: SCOTUS Decision in Chatrie Is a Major Win in the Fight for Data Privacy

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July 16, 2026 at 3:55 PM

🪩Tech Prom 🪩 is coming!

Join us at Tech Prom this fall! To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) We’re counting the days until the tech policy community comes together at this year’s Tech Prom! Join us on November 12 at the LINE DC for an evening of …

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  The Center for Democracy & Technology · [email protected]

July 10, 2026 at 1:25 PM

Your support is critical on CDT’s Giving Day

Recognize key moments in tech policy through your support. To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Dear Friend, Join us today in recognition of CDT's Giving Day ([link removed])! We invite you to be a part of our second CD…

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July 7, 2026 at 5:15 PM

Uphold responsible AI innovation with CDT

Celebrate CDT’s Second Annual Giving Day To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Dear Friend, This Friday, July 10, is the Center for Democracy & Technology’s (CDT) second-annual Giving Day ([link removed]), and I’m writin…

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  CDT's Tech Prom team · [email protected]

June 25, 2026 at 8:30 PM

Announcing CDT’s 2026 🪩Tech Prom🪩

Be in the room where tech policy leaders come together To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is thrilled to officially announce this year’s Tech Prom ([link removed]), our annual …

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June 24, 2026 at 8:40 PM

June U.S. Newsletter: CDT Research Shows How Dark Patterns Shape User Interactions with AI Chatbots

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June 4, 2026 at 1:45 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on Artificial Intellligence

CDT Newest Developments on AI Governance ([link removed]) CDT's Newest Developments on AI Governance At a moment of rapid artificial intelligence (AI) adoption and advancement, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is at the forefront of the movement for policy, research, and pub…

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May 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM

May U.S. Newsletter: Better Cyber Information Sharing Can Help Secure the 2026 Elections

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] MAY U.S. NEWSLETTER  ([link removed]) Better Cyber Information Sharing Can Help Secure the 2026 Elections ([link removed]) A Fractured Shield: Changes to Cyber Information Sharing Put Elections at …

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  Alexandra Reeve Givens · [email protected]

May 1, 2026 at 1:15 PM

Support CDT this spring!

Help us protect your privacy online ([link removed]) We hope you'll join us in our mission to uphold civil rights and civil liberties in the digital age. Support CDT today ([link removed]), and your contribution will help solve the most pressing challenges facing our democracy. Throughou…

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April 30, 2026 at 6:15 PM

April U.S. Newsletter: New CDT Research Finds Big AI Risks in Unexpected Places

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] APRIL U.S. NEWSLETTER  ([link removed]) New CDT Research Finds Big AI Risks in Unexpected Places ([link removed]) Graphic for a CDT report, entitled “Out of Tune: Fine-Tuning Foundation Models Lead…

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  Alexandra Reeve Givens · [email protected]

April 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Help us protect democracy in 2026!

Support CDT’s work defending democracy today! ([link removed]) In a challenging year, CDT is working harder than ever to protect civil rights and civil liberties in the digital age. With the 2026 midterm elections just 6 months away, we're counting on your support now more than ever. Than…

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  Center for Democracy & Technology · [email protected]

April 9, 2026 at 1:31 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on Government Surveillance and Data Privacy

CDT is advocating for your right to data privacy. ([link removed]) CDT is advocating for your right to data privacy. At a moment when the federal government is asserting a wide range of new powers, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is standing up for Americans' right to priva…

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  The Spring Fling Team at CDT · [email protected]

March 26, 2026 at 3:45 PM

⏳ Last Chance: Tickets to Spring Fling Are Almost Gone!

Get yours today and guarantee your spot! To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) This is it — your final chance to be part of this year’s Spring Fling, CDT’s annual springtime celebration in support of civil rights and civil …

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March 23, 2026 at 4:15 PM

March U.S. Newsletter: CDT Speaks Out for AI Safeguards and Surveillance Limits in Anthropic-Pentagon Fight

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March 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM

CDT’s Spring Fling — join the party!

Will we see you there? To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) CDT’s Spring Fling is a little over two weeks away! Join us for an evening of cocktails and good company on Monday, March 30 at Crimson. The event brings toget…

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  Center for Democracy & Technology · [email protected]

February 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM

February U.S. Newsletter: Speaking Out Against Federal Demands for State Data

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  CDT's Spring Fling Team · [email protected]

February 26, 2026 at 6:01 PM

Spring Fling early bird rates end soon!

There has to be a joke there somewhere, right? To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Don’t miss out on your chance to attend CDT’s Spring Fling at the advance rate. Until 5:00 PM Eastern on Friday, February 27 (tomorrow), t…

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February 13, 2026 at 2:51 PM

Spring Fling is coming!

We hope to see you there To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) We’re counting the days until the tech policy community comes together at this year’s Spring Fling! Coinciding with IAPP’s Global Summit, Spring Fling will b…

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  Center for Democracy & Technology · [email protected]

January 30, 2026 at 6:20 PM

January U.S. Newsletter: Towards the India AI Impact Summit, and More

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  CDT's Spring Fling Team · [email protected]

January 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Announcing CDT’s Spring Fling: will you be there?

Be part of something powerful—reserve your ticket or become a sponsor today To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is thrilled to announce this year’s Spring Fling, our annual spri…

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  Alexandra Reeve Givens · [email protected]

January 26, 2026 at 6:20 PM

President's Note: Defending Our Constitutional Rights

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] FROM CDT'S CEO   ([link removed]) Friends, Like all of you I’ve been horrified by the violence perpetrated against Minnesotans in recent days, and I wanted to reach out to you directly to share how CDT…

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  Center for Democracy & Technology · [email protected]

January 21, 2026 at 3:05 PM

We need your feedback!

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] We need your feedback!   ([link removed]) Dear CDT Partner,  At the Center for Democracy & Technology, we’re always looking for ways to make our work more accessible and more impactful. Right now, we’r…

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  CDT's Spring Fling Team · [email protected]

January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Save the Date: Spring Fling is back!

Join CDT on 3/30 for night to remember To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Mark your calendars, it’s happening! Join the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) on Monday, March 30, 2026 for this year’s Spring Fling — you…

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  The CDT Team · [email protected]

January 1, 2026 at 5:15 AM

Thank you and happy New Year from CDT!

Your support is critical to advance our work in the New Year ([link removed]) Happy New Year from all of us at CDT! Thank you for being a member of our community. We look forward to continuing to partner with you as we advance civil rights and civil liberties in the digital age. Her…

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  Alexandra Reeve Givens · [email protected]

December 31, 2025 at 10:15 PM

Consider a gift to CDT before the end of the year!

Only a few hours left to support CDT in 2025 ([link removed]) Before we ring in the new year in a few short hours, please consider supporting CDT ([link removed]) with any amount that is meaningful to you. Your support enables us to advocate for responsible AI adoption and deployment…

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December 23, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Support CDT this holiday season!

Only a week left to support CDT in 2025 ([link removed]) In a challenging year, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) continued to center civil rights and civil liberties in the digital age. From testifying in Congress, to helping the public and press understand the impact of major …

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December 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM

December U.S. Newsletter: CDT Speaks Out Against Government Misuse of Personal Data

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  Alexandra Reeve Givens · [email protected]

December 5, 2025 at 1:45 PM

CDT at 30: What's in a Name?

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] FROM CDT'S CEO   ([link removed]) Friends, As you may know, CDT’s birthday is December 6, and lately I’ve been thinking a lot about this organization’s history. Three decades ago, our founders had t…

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  The CDT Team · [email protected]

December 2, 2025 at 5:01 PM

Today is GivingTuesday!

Celebrate GivingTuesday with CDT ([link removed]) Today is GivingTuesday! Now more than ever, CDT is hard at work putting your rights first. Across all levels of government, with private companies of all sizes, and alongside public interest partners across the country, we're advancing …

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December 1, 2025 at 5:01 PM

GivingTuesday is Tomorrow, December 2

Celebrate GivingTuesday with CDT ([link removed]) GivingTuesday is tomorrow, December 2! As millions of people come together to support the causes they care about, we invite you to partner ([link removed]) with the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) in our mission to advance civil …

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November 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Save the Date: GivingTuesday is December 2nd

Celebrate GivingTuesday with CDT ([link removed]) One week from today, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) invites you to join us for GivingTuesday to champion the causes that make the world a better place. In a year of rapid technological and political change, CDT is at the fo…

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November 24, 2025 at 7:45 PM

November U.S. Newsletter: CDT Releases New Reports Geared Towards Online Safety

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November 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on Elections: Preparing for the 2026 Midterms

CDT is Protecting Elections in the Age of AI ([link removed]) CDT is Protecting Elections in the Age of AI. The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is working hard to ensure that our democratic institutions can live up to the rapidly changing pace of technology. Building upon o…

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October 31, 2025 at 7:25 PM

October U.S. Newsletter: CDT Releases Major New Research on the Use of AI in Schools

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October 27, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Tomorrow: The Future of Speech Online 2025

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] TOMORROW   ([link removed]) The Future of Speech Online 2025  The Age of Constitutional Evasion: Jawboning and Other Forms of Government Pressure to Control Private Speech Governments have always wo…

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October 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Next Week: The Future of Speech Online 2025

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] Next Week   ([link removed]) The Future of Speech Online 2025  The Age of Constitutional Evasion: Jawboning and Other Forms of Government Pressure to Control Private Speech Governments have always w…

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  CDT's Tech Prom Team · [email protected]

October 9, 2025 at 2:30 PM

⏳ Last Chance: Tickets to Tech Prom Are Almost Gone!

Join us for an unforgettable night To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Ticket Sales Are Closing Soon This is it—your final chance to be part of this year’s Tech Prom, CDT’s biggest celebration of the year in support of…

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September 25, 2025 at 1:30 PM

🎉 One Month to Go: Here's What Awaits You at Tech Prom

From inspiring stories to unforgettable moments—get ready To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) The Countdown Begins! We’re officially one month away from this year’s Tech Prom, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome…

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  Center for Democracy & Technology · [email protected]

September 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM

September Newsletter: Ensuring AI Works for People

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August 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM

August Newsletter: The Landscape for Age Verification

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] U.S. NEWSLETTER  ([link removed]) The Landscape for Age Verification In response to new laws in the EU, the UK and some US states, online services are rolling out new systems designed to block access t…

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August 20, 2025 at 3:01 PM

⏳ Sponsor Rates Increase 8/25 – Save Your Spot & Save!

Don’t miss your chance to attend Tech Prom at the best price To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Advance Rates Increase 8/25 Don’t miss out on your chance to sponsor CDT’s Tech Prom at the advance rate. Pledges made pr…

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August 19, 2025 at 6:31 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence

CDT's Research on the Newest AI Developments and Policy ([link removed]) CDT's Research on the Newest AI Developments and Policy As artificial intelligence (AI) evolves and becomes increasingly commonplace in our daily lives, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is a leader …

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August 4, 2025 at 7:45 PM

CDT U.S. Newsletter: CDT Marks the ADA's 35th Anniversary

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] U.S. NEWSLETTER  ([link removed]) CDT Marks the ADA's 35th Anniversary On July 26, the 35th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) occurred, and CDT’s Disability in Tec…

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  CDT's Tech Prom Team · [email protected]

July 29, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Check 🪩 Tech Prom 🪩 off of your pre-vacation list

Fully relax this August knowing your spot is reserved To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Before setting that OOO Secure your spot at CDT’s Tech Prom now—so you can relax on vacation knowing October is handled. Join us…

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July 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM

🪩Tech Prom is coming!

Only three months to go To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) Join Us at Tech Prom This Fall! We’re counting the days until the tech policy community comes together at this year’s Tech Prom! Join us on October 23 at the …

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  Alexandra Reeve Givens · [email protected]

June 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM

Announcing CDT's Impact Fund

Make a first-time gift to CDT by June 30 To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) The Center for Democracy & Technology’s 30th anniversary celebration continues!  Building on our inaugural Giving Day—June 6, 2025—we are exc…

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June 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM

CDT Newsletter: CDT Continues to Oppose Federal Moratorium on State AI Laws

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June 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Announcing CDT’s 2025 Tech Prom—New Venue, Same Mission

Be part of something powerful—reserve your ticket or become a sponsor today To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] ([link removed]) The countdown has begun! The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is thrilled to officially announce th…

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