Information Technology Industry Council (ITI)

NEW: ITI member Texas Instruments and the U.S. Department of Commerce finalized an award agreement of up to $1.6 billion in direct funding to support the construction of three state-of-the-art 300mm wafer fabs in Texas and Utah—advancing U.S. #semiconductor manufacturing, innovation, and supply chain resilience. Learn more about this impactful milestone: https://lnkd.in/gHSVPAX8   #CHIPSandScienceAct #Semiconductors #Innovation

📢 The U.S. Department of Commerce awarded ITI member SK hynix up to $458M under the CHIPS and Science Act to advance U.S. semiconductor innovation. This funding supports a $3.87B investment in West Lafayette, Indiana to build a memory packaging plant and an advanced packaging R&D facility in partnership with Purdue University. The project will create 1,000+ new jobs and strengthen the U.S. AI hardware supply chain. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d4mmTFwY

JUST IN: ITI is calling on the incoming Trump-Vance Administration to prioritize government technology modernization to successfully cut waste and optimize government operations.  In our new memo to the Department of Government Efficiency, we outline how leveraging innovation can: ✅ Deliver better services to Americans. ✅ Reduce wasteful spending. ✅ Strengthen cybersecurity. ✅ Enhance U.S. technological leadership on the global stage.   As the U.S. navigates a competitive global landscape, modern technology isn’t just a tool—it’s essential to a smarter and more efficient government that can provide quality services to its people.    📄 Explore our full recommendations: https://lnkd.in/d39KHrgA

NEW: The European Data Protection Board’s (EDPB) published its opinion on the use of personal data for #AI models, which can set a precedent for how European #Data Protection Authorities interpret and apply the #GDPR to certain aspects of AI development and use.     In #TechWonk, ITI Policy Director Marco Leto Barone called on European Data Protection Authorities to adopt a pro-innovation, balanced, and risk-based approach in applying the EDPB's opinion. Read Marco’s analysis here: https://lnkd.in/eE_SA-8m

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  The Bipartisan U.S. House AI Task Force’s report reflects an important bipartisan effort to advance American leadership in AI #innovation. In a new statement, ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman urges the 119th Congress to build on this work.   The report addresses key topics, including government #AI use, national security, workforce readiness, and energy investments for #data centers. It also highlights the need for sector-specific policies in health care and financial services and advocates for legislation to establish the National AI Research Resource (NAIRR), which would drive innovation and support small businesses. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eH3hRWvb 

🇪🇺 NEW: The Iatest edition of the ITI Insights: Europe Focus Newsletter is now live! Click below to get the scoop on recent tech policy developments from ITI's #EU team. ⬇️🇪🇺 #innovation #newsletter #EUpolicy #techpolicy

The tech industry is playing a pivotal role in advancing #sustainability as AI expands, addressing challenges in #energy efficiency, carbon management, and resource utilization. Many ITI member companies are leading efforts to modernize infrastructure, optimize energy usage, and adopt circular economy principles. Check out this article to see how the #tech industry is leading the charge for a sustainable, #AI-powered future together:

📢 ITI Vice President of Policy for Trust, Data, and Technology Courtney Lang participated in the Organization of American States (OAS) Tech Ministerial, where this year’s focus was the transformative potential of AI. During the event, Courtney discussed regulatory frameworks for AI and emphasized the importance of adopting risk-based approaches and private sector-led international standards to foster interoperability and drive responsible innovation. Special thanks to Kim Osborne for the invitation to join this crucial dialogue. ITI stands ready to collaborate with global stakeholders on shaping policies that advance responsible AI development and deployment. #AIpolicy #TechDiplomacy #OASTechMinisterial

NEW: ITI is urging the incoming Trump-Vance Administration and U.S. Congressional leaders to further U.S. leadership in the global AI race, create a globally competitive tax system, advance key U.S. trade, economic, and national security objectives, and optimize technology's role in furthering government efficiency.    ITI’s new policy memo outlines how the Trump-Vance Administration and the 119th Congress can unleash innovation, drive U.S. economic growth, and promote economic prosperity through key actions including: 📊 Assess current tariffs and establish a permanent exclusion process. 💻 Modernize government technology for secure services. ⚡ Upgrade energy infrastructure for the AI era. 🔒 Enact unified federal privacy legislation. 🤖 Implement a risk-based approach to AI oversight. 💡 Restore R&D tax deductions to maintain U.S. leadership. 💼 Keep the 21% corporate tax rate to ensure competitiveness. 🌍 Review and improve supply chain and tech control policies. 🔐 Harmonize cybersecurity policies domestically and globally. 🌐 Advance immigration reform to support a competitive digital economy.   Read the full memo here: https://lnkd.in/epbTKj9C