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November 19, 2024 at 7:01 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on Generative AI

CDT is shaping the future of responsible AI. CDT is shaping the future of responsible AI.   Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming inseparable from our day-to-day lives, being used across sectors and by governments and companies alike. As AI evolves — and in particular as generati…

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November 13, 2024 at 7:45 PM

One day until CDT’s Tech Prom!

Join CDT on November 14 Last Call for Tickets! Don’t miss your chance to join us for CDT’s Tech Prom! Gather with friends and fellow leaders from the tech policy space for an evening of conversation and connections on Thursday, November 14 at The Anthem.  Sponsorships have sold out, so be sure…

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October 29, 2024 at 6:00 PM

October Newsletter: Online violence against WOC political candidates, and more

OCTOBER U.S. NEWSLETTER  CDT Research Explores 2024 Rates of Online Violence Against Women of Color Political Candidates When running for political office in the U.S., women, and women of colo…

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October 4, 2024 at 1:26 PM

Tech Prom’s musical guest is…

Will we see you there? Featuring ‘Round Midnight Join us on Thursday, November 14 at the Anthem for D.C.’s tech policy celebration of the year—Tech Prom! Starting at 8:00 PM, we will relive Proms past with special musical guest ‘Round Midnight. Sponsorships and tickets — including specia…

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October 3, 2024 at 1:00 PM

CDT Research Shows AI Chatbots Serve Up Election Misinformation

  CDT Research Shows AI Chatbots Serve Up Election Misinformation As the 2024 United States elections draw closer, chatbots powered by artificial intelligence (AI) have grown in popularity and…

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September 26, 2024 at 1:00 PM

New CDT Research Surfaces Widespread Tech-Powered Sexual Harassment in K-12 Public Schools

NEW FROM CDT   New CDT Research Surfaces Widespread Tech-Powered Sexual Harassment in K-12 Public Schools This morning, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) released new research detailing the p…

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September 12, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Tech Prom rates are increasing soon

Act now before prices increase! Advance Rates Increase September 15! Don’t miss out on your chance to attend CDT’s Tech Prom at the advance rate. Pledges made prior to September 15 will be honored at the discounted advance rate. Space is filling up fast—act now to secure your spot today! Jo…

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August 28, 2024 at 6:35 PM

Real-World Usage Data is Crucial to Better AI Policy

AUGUST NEWSLETTER   Real-World Usage Data is Crucial to Better AI Policy As companies and governments rapidly integrate AI into new systems and domains, policymakers are scrambling to regulate…

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August 21, 2024 at 6:01 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on Election Integriy

We are fighting to protect our democracy 2024 is the single largest election year since the advent of the internet.   More than half of the world’s population, from over 80 countries including some of the world’s largest democracies, are voting this year. This cycle has been dubbed the “Fir…

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August 8, 2024 at 6:16 PM

Tech Prom is coming!

Only three months to go Join Us at Tech Prom This Fall! At CDT we’re counting the days until the tech policy community comes together at this year’s Tech Prom! Mark your calendar for November 14, 2024 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. for an evening of mixing and mingling with leaders in the t…

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July 25, 2024 at 8:20 PM

How Legislation Can Address the Risks Posed by AI in Employment

JULY NEWSLETTER   How Legislation Can Address the Risks Posed by AI in Employment Increasingly, employers are using automated employment decision systems (AEDSs) to evaluate employees and make…

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July 11, 2024 at 8:11 PM

Join us at #TechPromCDT

Tech Prom is coming! Join Us at #TechPromCDT Today’s the day! The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is thrilled to announce the launch of this year’s Tech Prom—November 14, 2024 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.    The event will bring together leaders in the tech policy space for a…

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June 28, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Examining State “Shield Laws” Two Years Post-Dobbs

JUNE NEWSLETTER   Examining State “Shield Laws” Two Years Post-Dobbs Following the Supreme Court’s June 2022 Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade, some states have banned or restricted abort…

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June 26, 2024 at 5:16 PM

🎊 Save the Date 🎊- CDT’s Tech Prom on Thursday Nov. 14th

Come party with us! Save the Date for #TechPromCDTThe Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is thrilled to announce this year’s Tech Prom!   Mark your calendar for November 14, 2024 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. for an evening of mixing and mingling with leaders in the tech policy s…

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June 3, 2024 at 6:30 PM

New CDT Report: How to Support Foster Youth Through Data and Technology

NEW FROM CDT   Across the U.S., state and local child welfare agencies serve over 390,000 youth in foster care — a particularly vulnerable population that experiences unique health, educational, and well-b…

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May 23, 2024 at 4:40 PM

CDT AI Governance Lab Tackles Measuring AI Bias

MAY NEWSLETTER   CDT AI Governance Lab Tackles Measuring AI Bias This month, CDT’s AI Governance Lab released its first major report, “Navigating Demographic Measurement for Fairness and Equit…

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April 30, 2024 at 9:25 PM

Is This Federal Privacy Legislation’s Moment?

APRIL NEWSLETTER   Is This Federal Privacy Legislation’s Moment? Earlier this month, CDT VP of Policy Samir Jain testified at a U.S. House hearing on federal privacy legislation and bills aimi…

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March 28, 2024 at 7:31 PM

Next week—CDT’s 🌸Spring Fling🌸

Buy your tickets today! Last Call for Tickets! Don’t miss your chance to attend CDT’s Spring Fling! Join privacy and AI leaders from industry, civil society, and government for an evening of cocktails and good company on Tuesday, April 2 at Dirty Habit.    Sponsorships have sold out, so be sur…

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March 27, 2024 at 2:00 PM

New Survey Research from CDT Reveals Educators’ Struggle with Generative AI Detection, Discipline, and Distrust

NEW FROM CDT   Today, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) released a new survey research report about teachers’ experiences during the 2023-24 school year with generative AI policies, training …

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March 26, 2024 at 6:45 PM

The EU’s AI Act Is Finalized; a Mixed Bag for Human Rights

MARCH NEWSLETTER   The EU’s AI Act Is Finalized; a Mixed Bag for Human Rights Earlier this month, the European Parliament agreed to the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act, a landmark piece of le…

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March 21, 2024 at 7:41 PM

Reminder - Join Us for CDT’s 🌸Spring Fling🌸 on April 2nd!

Only two weeks left! Two Weeks Left CDT’s Spring Fling is only 2 weeks away! Join privacy and AI leaders from industry, civil society, and government for an evening of cocktails and good company on Tuesday, April 2 at Dirty Habit. Tomorrow, March 22, is the last day to confirm your sponsorship!…

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March 7, 2024 at 6:30 PM

🌸Spring Fling 🌸is only one month away

Buy your tickets today! One month left!Don’t miss out on your chance to attend CDT’s Spring Fling. Space is filling up fast—act now to secure your spot today!   The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is hosting Spring Fling on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Dirty Habit in Washington, D.C. …

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February 23, 2024 at 4:20 PM

CDT Weighs in on U.S. Government Progress on AI EO

FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER   CDT Weighs in on U.S. Government Progress on AI EO In October of 2023, the Biden Administration issued its Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Developmen…

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February 15, 2024 at 9:31 PM

Join us at CDT’s 🌸Spring Fling 🌸on April 2nd!

Spring Fling is coming! Join us at Spring Fling!The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is hosting Spring Fling on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Dirty Habit in Washington, D.C. Coinciding with IAPP’s Global Privacy Summit, Spring Fling will bring together privacy leaders from industry, civ…

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January 31, 2024 at 4:50 PM

SCOTUS to Hear Key Free Expression Cases in February and March

JANUARY NEWSLETTER   SCOTUS to Hear Key Free Expression Cases in February and March In February and March of this year, the U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear several cases key to online…

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January 26, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Save the Date for CDT’s Spring Fling during IAPP on April 2nd

Let’s party 🌸 Save the date!Mark your calendars, CDT is hosting! Join the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 for this year’s Spring Fling—you won’t want to miss it! In conjunction with IAPP’s Global Privacy Summit, Spring Fling will bring together privacy …

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January 1, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Thank You and Happy New Year!

Thanks for getting 2024 off to a great start at CDT! Happy New Year from the CDT team!  Many thanks to you for being a part of our community. We look forward to your continued partnership and support as we put democracy and human rights at the center of the digital age. Here’s to a productive …

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December 22, 2023 at 2:00 PM

CDT December Newsletter (& Happy Holidays!)

DECEMBER NEWSLETTER   Graphic that says "Happy Holidays" with blue snowflakes, the CDT logo, and a photograph of the CDT staff taken at Tech Prom 2023. Interoperability and Innovation: Striking a Balan…

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November 29, 2023 at 9:46 PM

Thank you for #GivingTuesday!

You can still make an impact Year after year, we are humbled by our community’s continued support.  Individual donors came together to make #GivingTuesday successful for CDT. We cannot thank enough the supporters who joined us for this international day of generosity. We look forward to our wo…

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November 28, 2023 at 8:30 PM

Today is #GivingTuesday!

Celebrate #GivingTuesday with CDT Today is the big day: #GivingTuesday! CDT is fighting daily to ensure technology works for people – promoting responsible innovation that protects people’s rights. In the U.S., EU and globally, we’re advising policymakers, developing company best practices, an…

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November 21, 2023 at 7:01 PM

Save the Date — #GivingTuesday is on November 28

Celebrate #GivingTuesday with CDT In one week, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) will take part in the international day of generosity, #GivingTuesday, and we hope to count you among our supporters.  From AI governance, to online privacy, to advancing informed, secure and accessib…

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November 15, 2023 at 8:50 PM

Lessons from Young Users on Handling Unwanted Messages Online

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER   Lessons from Young Users on Handling Unwanted Messages Online Last week, CDT released a new study — ”More Tools, More Control: Lessons from Young Users on Handling Unwan…

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November 1, 2023 at 2:31 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on Artists on AI

AI is everywhere, including in the art world. Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere.   At the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT), we advocate for the responsible use and development of AI systems, addressing issues such as: how artificial intelligence can affect civil rights and…

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October 27, 2023 at 2:25 PM

AI Regulation Heats Up

U.S. NEWSLETTER   AI Regulation Heats Up It’s a big few weeks for the conversation around regulating artificial intelligence: CDT President and CEO Alexandra Reeve Givens spoke Tuesday at the …

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October 26, 2023 at 8:31 PM

One week until CDT’s Tech Prom!

Join CDT on November 2 Last Call for Tickets!Don’t miss your chance to join us for CDT’s Tech Prom 2023! Join friends and fellow leaders from the tech policy space for an evening of conversation and connections on Thursday, November 2 at The Anthem.    Sponsorships have sold out, so be sure to p…

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October 20, 2023 at 1:06 PM

Today is the last day to sponsor Tech Prom

Join CDT on November 2 Last Call for SponsorsDon’t miss your chance to join us for CDT’s Tech Prom! Connect with friends and fellow leaders in tech policy for an evening of fun and networking on Thursday, November 2 at The Anthem.    We are 94% toward our goal — and need a handful of supporters…

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September 29, 2023 at 6:40 PM

Tackling the Challenges of Countering Election Disinformation

U.S. NEWSLETTER   Tackling the Challenges of Countering Election Disinformation In a new CDT report, Seismic Shifts: How Economic, Technological, and Political Trends are Challenging Independe…

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September 21, 2023 at 3:46 PM

Tech Prom—featuring special musical guest...

Will we see you there? Featuring ‘Round Midnight Join us on Thursday November 2nd at the Anthem for D.C.’s tech policy celebration! Starting at 8 p.m., we’ll be joined by top D.C. band ‘Round Midnight. Sponsorships and tickets — including special late-night tickets to the concert and desse…

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September 20, 2023 at 2:01 PM

New CDT Research Highlights Rising Civil Rights Concerns Around School Tech

NEW FROM CDT   New Survey and Legal Research from CDT Highlights Rising Civil Rights Concerns Around School Tech Educational data and technology are becoming increasingly entrenched in schools, and are pois…

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August 25, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Tech Prom rates are increasing soon

Act now before prices increase! Rates Increase September 1! Don’t miss out on your chance to attend CDT’s Tech Prom at the advance rate. Pledges made prior to September 1 will be honored at the discounted advance rate. Space is filling up fast — act now to secure your spot today! Join us on No…

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August 23, 2023 at 7:16 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on FISA Reform

Before searching for an American’s private communications, get a warrant. Before searching for an American’s private communications, get a warrant.    Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) — which allows the government to engage in warrantless surveillance targeted a…

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August 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM

The Summer of AI

U.S. NEWSLETTER   The Summer of AI In the summer of 2023, hype about artificial intelligence (AI) and its harms have dominated headlines. From generative AI to deepfakes, from the use of AI in…

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August 1, 2023 at 8:40 PM

Abuses of the FBI’s Authority Under Section 702 of FISA Should Force It to Get a Warrant

U.S. NEWSLETTER   Abuses of the FBI’s Authority Under Section 702 of FISA Should Force It to Get a Warrant Last month, a new opinion by the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) revea…

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July 13, 2023 at 8:01 PM

#TechPromCDT is coming

Only four months to go Join Us at #TechPromCDT The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is counting down the time until we can celebrate at this year’s Tech Prom! Mark your calendar on November 2, 2023 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. for an evening of mixing and mingling with leaders in…

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June 30, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Corrected link: Our 2022 Annual Report

NEW FROM CDT   Dear Friend of CDT, Today, I’m pleased to share the 2022 CDT Annual Report, “A Path Forward for Democracy.” From Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Biden Administration’s inaugural Summit for Democracy to th…

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June 30, 2023 at 5:01 PM

New from CDT: Our 2022 Annual Report

NEW FROM CDT   Dear Friend of CDT, Today, I’m pleased to share the 2022 CDT Annual Report, “A Path Forward for Democracy.” From Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Biden Administration’s inaugural Summit for Democracy to th…

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June 29, 2023 at 8:10 PM

Data Privacy and Reproductive Rights, One Year After Dobbs

JUNE NEWSLETTER   One Year After Dobbs At the one-year mark of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, CDT President and CEO Alexandra Reeve Givens publis…

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June 8, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Join us at #TechPromCDT

Tech Prom is coming! Join Us at #TechPromCDT The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is thrilled to announce this year’s Tech Prom! Mark your calendar on November 2, 2023 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. for an evening of mixing and mingling with leaders in the tech policy space. You wo…

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May 23, 2023 at 12:00 PM

NEW: CDT Research Identifies Key Shortcomings of Large Language Models Used to Analyze Non-English Languages

NEW FROM CDT   CDT Research Identifies Key Shortcomings of Large Language Models Used to Analyze Non-English Languages Today, the Center for Democracy & Technology released a new report t…

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May 19, 2023 at 7:10 PM

EU AI Act Advances; SCOTUS Protects Free Speech Online; Companies Move to Protect Against Bluetooth Tracker Misuse

MAY NEWSLETTER   The EU AI Act Advances Last week saw a major step forward for the EU’s proposed Artificial Intelligence Act. Two key committees in the European Parliament finally advanced th…

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