Technology and Public Policy

The CSIS Technology and Public Policy Program looks at how technological change affects security and economic growth in the new international environment.

The CSIS Technology and Public Policy Program looks at how technological change affects security and economic growth in the new international environment. Current research includes cybersecurity, intelligence reform, military space, and Internet governance. The program hosts regular discussions with leaders in government, industry, and the private sector.

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James A. Lewis
Director and Senior Fellow

Denise Zheng
Program Coordinator & Research Assistant

Commission on Cybersecurity for the 44th Presidency
The CSIS Cybersecurity Commission was formed to provide advice to the 44th president on the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy.
Cyber and Internet Policy
Cyberspace is a new global infrastructure that has become central to economic activity and national security around the world.
Intelligence Reform
The 9/11 attacks propelled intelligence reform to center stage in American politics. September 11 was an immense failure for U.S. intelligence, prompting Congress and the executive branch to respond with initiatives that promise reinvention and, perhaps, revitalization.
National Security and Space
A changing international security environment has made space more important for national security.
Innovation and Globalization
This project reviews the relationship between IPR, innovation, and economic growth as the world moves further towards a global information economy.
Authentication and Identification
Digital networks offer people new opportunities. Taking advantage of these opportunities, however, will depend on whether we can improve our ability to authenticate identity online. Weak authentication distorts social interactions, security, and business on the Net. Without better authentication, we may forgo many opportunities, and the Net will remain a place that holds considerable risk.
From Science to Policy: Managing Climate Change
How the United States can lead a global effort in better understanding climate change and better informing policymakers on response and mitigation.
Intellectual Property and Innovation
The Intellectual Property and Innovation Project reviews the relationship among intellectual property rights, innovation, and economic growth.
US Cyber Challenge
The US Cyber Challenge is looking for 10,000 young Americans with the skills to fill the ranks of cyber security practitioners, researchers, and warriors.
Waiting For Sputnik Blog
A blog by James Lewis on innovation, technology, and global competition.
CSIS Technology and Public Policy Blog
The blog provides information and analysis on timely issues related to technology policy, innovation, security, and governance.