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February 23, 2024 at 4:20 PM

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

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) 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 De…

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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! ([link removed]) # Join us at Spring Fling! The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is hosting Spring Fling ([link removed]) on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Dirty Habit in Washington, D.C. Coinciding with IAPP's Global Privacy Summit, Spring Fling will bring…

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January 31, 2024 at 4:50 PM

SCOTUS to Hear Key Free Expression Cases in February and March

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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 🌸 ([link removed]) # 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 ([link removed])--you won't want to miss it! In conjunction with IAPP's Global Privacy S…

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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! ([link removed]) 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.…

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December 22, 2023 at 2:00 PM

CDT December Newsletter (& Happy Holidays!)

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] 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 Balance …

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November 29, 2023 at 9:46 PM

Thank you for #GivingTuesday!

You can still make an impact ([link removed]) 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. W…

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November 28, 2023 at 8:30 PM

Today is #GivingTuesday!

Celebrate #GivingTuesday with CDT ([link removed]) 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 c…

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November 21, 2023 at 7:01 PM

Save the Date — #GivingTuesday is on November 28

Celebrate #GivingTuesday with CDT ([link removed]) 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…

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November 15, 2023 at 8:50 PM

Lessons from Young Users on Handling Unwanted Messages Online

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) 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 Handlin…

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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. ([link removed]) 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 a…

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October 27, 2023 at 2:25 PM

AI Regulation Heats Up

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] U.S. NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) 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…

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October 26, 2023 at 8:31 PM

One week until CDT’s Tech Prom!

Join CDT on November 2 ([link removed]) # 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 …

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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 ([link removed]) # Last Call for Sponsors Don'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 -- an…

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September 29, 2023 at 6:40 PM

Tackling the Challenges of Countering Election Disinformation

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] U.S. NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) Tackling the Challenges of Countering Election Disinformation In a new CDT report, Seismic Shifts: How Economic, Technological, and Political Trends are Challenging I…

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September 21, 2023 at 3:46 PM

Tech Prom—featuring special musical guest...

Will we see you there? ([link removed]) # 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. ([link removed]) Sponsorships and tickets -- including spec…

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September 20, 2023 at 2:01 PM

New CDT Research Highlights Rising Civil Rights Concerns Around School Tech

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] NEW FROM CDT   ([link removed]) New Survey and Legal Research from CDT Highlights Rising Civil Rights Concerns Around School Tech Educational data and technology are becoming increasingly entrenched in…

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August 25, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Tech Prom rates are increasing soon

Act now before prices increase! ([link removed]) # 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 yo…

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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. ([link removed]) 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 warrantle…

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August 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM

The Summer of AI

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] U.S. NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) 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 …

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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

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] U.S. NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) 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 ([li…

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July 13, 2023 at 8:01 PM

#TechPromCDT is coming

Only four months to go ([link removed]) # 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…

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June 30, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Corrected link: Our 2022 Annual Report

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] NEW FROM CDT   ([link removed]) Dear Friend of CDT, Today, I’m pleased to share the 2022 CDT Annual Report ([link removed]), “A Path Forward for Democracy.” From Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Bi…

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June 30, 2023 at 5:01 PM

New from CDT: Our 2022 Annual Report

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] NEW FROM CDT   ([link removed]) Dear Friend of CDT, Today, I’m pleased to share the 2022 ([link removed]) CDT ([link removed]) Annual Report ([link removed]), “A Path Forward for Democracy.” From Russi…

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June 29, 2023 at 8:10 PM

Data Privacy and Reproductive Rights, One Year After Dobbs

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] JUNE NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) 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 Given…

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June 8, 2023 at 4:31 PM

Join us at #TechPromCDT

Tech Prom is coming! ([link removed]) # 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 …

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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

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] NEW FROM CDT   ([link removed]) CDT Research Identifies Key Shortcomings of Large Language Models Used to Analyze Non-English Languages Today, the Center for Democracy & Technology released a new repor…

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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

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] MAY NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) 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 a…

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April 28, 2023 at 8:45 PM

Shaping the AI Systems of the Future

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] APRIL NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) Shaping the AI Systems of the Future As the achievements and missteps of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems have dominated headlines in recent weeks, ev…

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April 26, 2023 at 6:17 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on AI

AI goes beyond generating text or photos ([link removed]) Artificial intelligence is taking over headlines. From ChatGPT to Bard, to MidJourney and beyond, generative artificial intelligence has been dominating headlines. But “AI” involves far more than these quickly-evolving gener…

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March 17, 2023 at 1:00 PM

CDT President and CEO Testifies on Privacy Legislation & AI Risks

CDT’s U.S. Newsletter — March Edition To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] MARCH NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) CDT President and CEO Testifies on Privacy Legislation & AI Risks In early March, CDT President and CEO Alexandra Givens t…

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March 15, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Join us at CDT’s 🌸Spring Fling 🌸 on April 3rd!

Join Us! ([link removed]) Join Us CDT's Spring Fling is just a few weeks away! Join privacy leaders from industry, civil society, and government for cocktails and good company. For more information about sponsorships and tickets, please visit our Spring Fling event page ([lin…

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March 10, 2023 at 8:16 PM

Join us at CDT’s 🌸Spring Fling 🌸 on April 3rd!

Only three weeks left! ([link removed]) Three Weeks Left! CDT's Spring Fling is only three weeks away! Join privacy leaders from industry, civil society, and government for cocktails and good company. For more information about sponsorships and tickets, please visit our Sprin…

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March 3, 2023 at 8:01 PM

Join us at CDT’s 🌸Spring Fling 🌸 on April 3rd!

Spring Fling is coming! ([link removed]) Join us at Spring Fling! The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) is thrilled to announce this year’s Spring Fling! Mark your calendar for Monday, April 3, 2023 at Dirty Habit in Washington, D.C. for a fun evening with leaders in the tech p…

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February 17, 2023 at 9:10 PM

Next Week at the Supreme Court

CDT’s U.S. Newsletter — February Edition To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) Next Week at the Supreme Court Next week, oral arguments will take place before the U.S. Supreme Court in Gonzalez v…

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February 17, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Save the Date for CDT’s Spring Fling during IAPP on April 3rd

Let’s party 🌸 ([link removed]) Save the Date! Mark your calendars, CDT is hosting! Join the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) on Monday, April 3, 2023 for our inaugural Spring Fling ([link removed])—you won’t want to miss it! In conjunction with IAPP’s Global Privacy Su…

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January 31, 2023 at 10:45 PM

How to Widen Researcher Access to Data and Protect Privacy

CDT’s U.S. Newsletter — January Edition To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] JANUARY NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) How to Widen Researcher Access to Data and Protect Privacy In the U.S. and EU, regulators’ attention is increasingly f…

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January 27, 2023 at 2:31 PM

CDT’s Spotlight on 2023 Priorities

A high-stakes year in the U.S., EU and globally ([link removed]) This is shaping up to be an impactful year for tech policy. As 2023 kicks off, the technology policy landscape continues to shift. In the U.S., the 118th Congress will tackle tech issues anew, and the Supreme Court wi…

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January 1, 2023 at 5:06 AM

Happy New Year from CDT

([link removed]) Happy New Year from all of us here at CDT! We’re grateful to have your support for all that we do. Thanks to our passionate, dedicated, and generous community, we’re putting democracy and human rights at the center of the digital revolution. Thank you for an amazi…

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December 22, 2022 at 3:01 PM

Content Moderation Draws Focus as 2022 Winds Down

CDT’s U.S. Newsletter — December Edition To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] DECEMBER NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) Content Moderation Draws Focus as 2022 Winds Down As 2022 draws to a close, how social media companies moderate cont…

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December 5, 2022 at 8:01 PM

Starting Tomorrow: "The Future of Speech Online"

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] YOU'RE INVITED   ([link removed]) ([link removed]) The Future of Speech Online: The Supreme Court’s Pivotal Term ([link removed]) For the past 25 years, law around content moderation and the liab…

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November 30, 2022 at 9:15 PM

Next Week: Join Us for "The Future of Speech Online"

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] YOU'RE INVITED   ([link removed]) ([link removed]) The Future of Speech Online: The Supreme Court’s Pivotal Term ([link removed]) For the past 25 years, law around content moderation and the liab…

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November 30, 2022 at 9:01 PM

Thank you for #GivingTuesday!

You can still make an impact ([link removed]) Thank you for supporting the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) this #GivingTuesday. We are blown away by the generosity shown towards our work. With the support of our community, this #GivingTuesday has been a rousing success for …

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November 29, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Support CDT this #GivingTuesday

Today’s the day! ([link removed]) Today is #GivingTuesday, and across the globe, supporters and volunteers are coming together to help the nonprofits that mean the most to them. #GivingTuesday is a day dedicated to generosity, and it makes all the difference for organizations like ours. …

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November 28, 2022 at 6:43 PM

Join CDT in celebrating #GivingTuesday TOMORROW

Support CDT’s essential work ([link removed]) Tomorrow is the day! In just under 12 hours, millions of people from across the globe will come together and celebrate generosity like no other day of the year. From volunteer service to dollars donated, be part of the international movement t…

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November 22, 2022 at 5:12 PM

CDT celebrates #GivingTuesday in one week

Join us in the fun ([link removed]) #GivingTuesday is only one week away! On Tuesday, November 29, join the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) and millions of people around the globe in celebrating generosity and the causes we care about. At CDT, our priority is clear—p…

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November 22, 2022 at 3:19 PM

Two Weeks Until "The Future of Speech Online"

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] YOU'RE INVITED   ([link removed]) ([link removed]) The Future of Speech Online: The Supreme Court’s Pivotal Term ([link removed]) For the past 25 years, law around content moderation and the liab…

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November 17, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Women of Color U.S. Political Candidates Targeted with Worst Online Abuse

CDT’s U.S. Newsletter — November Edition To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER   ([link removed]) Women of Color U.S. Political Candidates Targeted with Worst Online Abuse Recently, the Center for Democracy & Tech…

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November 15, 2022 at 5:02 PM

Save the date — #GivingTuesday is on November 29

Celebrate #GivingTuesday with CDT ([link removed]) At the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT), we believe in putting democracy and human rights at the center of the digital revolution. We work to promote democratic values by shaping technology policy and architecture, with a focus on …

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November 15, 2022 at 2:02 PM

RSVP Now for CDT's 6th Annual "Future of Speech Online"

To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: [link removed] YOU'RE INVITED   ([link removed]) ([link removed]) The Future of Speech Online: The Supreme Court’s Pivotal Term ([link removed]) For the past 25 years, law around content moderation and the liab…

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