Economists have long recognized that technological innovation and enhanced communication increase productivity and reduce friction in economic activity. And never before has technology’s impact on economic growth been as evident as it is today.
At IPI, we focus on technology and communications policy not only because it’s critical to economic growth, but also because government’s inherent tendency to regulate prospectively poses an active threat to the economic gains and lifestyle enhancements made possible by technological innovation.
The communications and technology industries are among the country’s most competitive and the biggest capital investors in the U.S. economy, and are thus prime engines of economic growth and job creation. It is critical that public policy encourages continued innovation and investment in the tech sector, and that we don’t limit the innovation upside with counterproductive taxes and regulations.
Wireless Carriers Will Need Government Spectrum for Broadband Use, Executives Say
Bloomberg's Paul Barbagallo reports from IPI's 4th annual Communications Summit that industry experts say wireless carriers need more spectrum than the estimated 60 MHz to 120 MHz that will be reclaimed from television broadcasters under the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act.
Steve Largent Keynote Address at IPI's 2012 Communication Summit
In his keynote address, CTIA President Steve Largent pressed the need for more spectrum to meet consumer demand for wireless innovation.
Capitol Hill
Adam Bender of Communications Daily reports on the latest on a retransmission consent system from IPI's 4th annual Communications Summit.
Spectrum Allocation Proves to Be Uphill Battle
Katie Ardmore of Communications Daily reports that the quest to solve the spectrum crunch is far from over, according to industry experts at IPI's 4th annual Communications Summit.
Spectrum auctions said to be just a 'down payment'
Politico's Eliza Krigman reports from IPI's 4th annual Communications Summit that incentive auctions authorized by the spectrum deal are “a down payment” in terms of what the U.S. needs in terms of access to airwaves.
Wireless Industry Already Looking Ahead for More Spectrum
National Journal's Juliana Gruenwald reports that wireless-industry officials urge policymakers to start looking for other sources of spectrum.
Letter to Georgia House of Representatives Regarding UAF Elimination
An FCC Legacy--Confusion, Unpredictability and Uncertainty
Throwing out the Baby with the SOPA Bathwater
Stakeholders of goodwill should go back to the drawing board and come up with an acceptable solution to the problem of offshore websites profiting from piracy and counterfeiting.
Letter Supporting Restrictions on Municipal Networks in Georgia
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