What I Learned at Microsoft Inspire 2019
This summer, I traveled to Las Vegas to attend my first Microsoft Inspire conference. It was a great opportunity for me to introduce partners to VFI…
What I Learned at Microsoft Inspire 2019 Read More »
VFI Partners with AvePoint for #ShiftHappens
The #ShiftHappens conference gave VFI a great opportunity to highlight the import role public policy plays in supporting innovation and technology adoption.
VFI Partners with AvePoint for #ShiftHappens Read More »
VFI Collaborates with the Cybersecurity Tech Accord
Voices for Innovation is supporting the Cybersecurity Tech Accord, which promotes a safer online world through the commitments of global tech companies.
VFI Collaborates with the Cybersecurity Tech Accord Read More »
Sensible Public Policies Needed for Facial Recognition
Governments can help provide protections and build trust by establishing baseline rules for all developers and users of facial recognition technologies.
Sensible Public Policies Needed for Facial Recognition Read More »
Progress on Rural Broadband
More progress is needed to bring the benefits of high-speed connectivity to our entire nation. This problem is solvable using TV white spaces spectrum.
Progress on Rural Broadband Read More »
Hour of Code 2018 is Fast Approaching—Sign Up to Volunteer
We strongly encourage VFI members to volunteer to host an Hour of Code session in their community—at a school, a community center, or even a Microsoft Store.
Hour of Code 2018 is Fast Approaching—Sign Up to Volunteer Read More »
VFI Leader Bill Hole Highlights Industry and Advocacy at Regional STEM Summit
On June 28, dozens of educators, administrators, and business leaders gathered at Cavelero Mid High School in Lake Stevens, Washington—northeast of Seattle—for a Regional STEM Summit. The inaugural event was the brainchild of Holly Urness, Instructional Coach for Secondary Science in the Lake Stevens School District. Holly partnered on planning the event with the Institute
VFI Leader Bill Hole Highlights Industry and Advocacy at Regional STEM Summit Read More »
Chicago Tech Community Meets with Congressman Peter Roskam
Chicago area IAMCP and VFI members met with U.S. Representative Peter Roskam (R-IL-6) to discuss tech policy issues.
Chicago Tech Community Meets with Congressman Peter Roskam Read More »
Partnering Podcast Features Voices for Innovation
On the podcast The Ultimate Guide to Partnering, host Vince Menzione dedicates a complete episode to public policy engagement and Voices for Innovation.
Partnering Podcast Features Voices for Innovation Read More »
Digital Privacy Advances with Passage of CLOUD Act
Passage of the CLOUD Act represents a milestone for digital privacy. U.S. privacy law now better reflects today’s cloud computing technology—not the era of the floppy disc.
Digital Privacy Advances with Passage of CLOUD Act Read More »
Supreme Court Hearing Highlights Need for Congress to Act
Earlier today, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in Microsoft’s data privacy case against the U.S. government. This historic case has the potential to impact privacy rights, international relations, and trust in technology.
Supreme Court Hearing Highlights Need for Congress to Act Read More »
CLOUD Act Aims to Strengthen Digital Privacy
The CLOUD Act (S.2383, H.R.4943) represents an important step in addressing the digital privacy concerns of businesses and consumers while also enabling law enforcement to engage in actions that protect public safety.
CLOUD Act Aims to Strengthen Digital Privacy Read More »