COVID-19 has created a massive disruption in the workplaces and homes of millions of people around the world. In the past few months, many aspects of people’s personal and professional lives have moved online, driving the rapid expansion of remote working and online collaboration. To meet the needs of our rapidly evolving economy, policymakers must … Read More >>
Category: Data
Strengthening Collaboration on Law Enforcement Access to Data in Australia and Around the World
Last week, I testified before the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security as part of an inquiry into the International Production Orders Bill, which aims to allow Australian law enforcement agencies access to data through the US CLOUD Act. The most important takeaway? BSA and our member companies fully support the Australian Government’s desire … Read More >>
Software Policy Priorities Promote Trust
Software is integral to the US economy. BSA companies invest heavily in R&D, create intellectual property, and offer products and services to businesses of all sizes across the entire economy. The software industry supports 14.4 million jobs, adds $1.6 trillion to the US GDP annually, and invested $82.7 billion in research and development in 2018. … Read More >>
Promoting Trust Across Borders
The seamless movement of information across borders drives the digital economy. Companies from around the world in every sector rely on the responsible transfer of information to foster innovation and create jobs. That’s why BSA | The Software Alliance has launched the Global Data Alliance. A multi-industry coalition of companies from across Europe, Asia, and … Read More >>
A Practical Solution to Law Enforcement Access Challenges
In today’s data-driven, interconnected world, digital evidence is the cornerstone of criminal investigations. Stakeholders throughout the criminal justice system – from first responders at the scene to judges presiding over criminal prosecutions – require specialized knowledge and resources to effectively leverage digital evidence in lawful criminal investigations. However, law enforcement agencies often lack the sufficient … Read More >>