Thousands of satellites crowd Earth's low orbit, risking cascading debris, crippled navigation and communications, and heightened geopolitical tensions between rival space powers. Outdated treaties governing space lack binding rules or proper guidance for this growing problem. But amidst this chaos and confusion surrounding low-Earth orbit, America has an opportunity to lead the way. Swarms of autonomous satellites that sense, decide, can help transform a crowded and chaotic frontier into something orderly.
Simone D’Amico
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Cryptography secures nearly every bit of our daily digital interactions, from messaging to banking and cryptocurrencies. Yet rapid advances in quantum computing could threaten existing encryption, while the growing use of blockchain raises new questions about privacy, the risks of illicit finance, government oversight, and the future of digital trust.
September 9, 2026
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The Hoover Institution and Stanford University School of Engineering announced an innovative project and publication dedicated to exploring the breakthroughs and policy implications of cutting-edge technologies that are shaping our societies and economies.
December 7, 2023
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A bold new initiative to help the US government and business leaders navigate the rapidly evolving emerging tech landscape.
November 4, 2026