On March 25, Jack Dorsey, Sundar Pichai and Mark Zuckerberg gave testimony before a US House panel for the first time since the riots on Capitol Hill on January 6, 2021. Jesse Hirsh gives an overview of the hearing and what it could mean for platform governance.
Following his conversation with Mutale Nkonde, a leading policy voice in the United States fighting for accountable and fair governance of big tech, Taylor Owen discusses the importance of amplifying the diverse voices of those with most knowledge of technology’s injustices.
Cutting-edge biotechnology could benefit a number of industries, but it could also pose serious threats. Learn more about how individual nations are responding, as well as the opportunity for global cooperation to deal with these emerging technologies’ risks.
Canadian national security governance has become more significant and more complex in the last two decades. As Wesley Wark argues, two decades of growth must be matched with improved governance frameworks.
With more players entering space exploration, humans are increasing their footprint in the solar system. Chaitanya Giri calls for improved regulatory mechanisms to prevent biochemical contamination of unexplored celestial bodies.
Jun. 8 – 1:30 p.m. EDT (UTC–04:00): As part of CIGI’s continued work on reimagining a modern Canadian national security strategy, we are pleased to host Vincent Rigby, national security and intelligence advisor to the prime minister of Canada. Rigby will discuss his role in responding to national security challenges; a question period moderated by Aaron Shull will follow. Please note that the date for this event has been updated.
Apr. 22 – 1:30 p.m. EDT (UTC–04:00): Are COVID-19 vaccine shortages on the way? And if they are, will protectionist policies determine who can access the vaccine? Join Simon J. Evenett for a discussion on the root causes of vaccine shortages and how governments can respond to mounting trade tensions. A question period moderated by Robert Fay will follow.
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