Data, Global Markets

GDA Cross-Border Data Policy Principles: The International Economic Rule of Law and Data Transfer Policy

The Global Data Alliance has issued its Cross-Border Data Policy Principles. These Principles are intended to inform international negotiations regarding the movement of data in international commerce. Read More >>

The Global Data Alliance has issued its Cross-Border Data Policy Principles. These Principles are intended to inform international negotiations regarding the movement of data in international commerce. Read More >>

Industry, Intellectual Property, Open Data, Privacy

Open Data Unlocks Opportunities, Collaboration, and Growth

As an organization that represents companies that help their customers do great things with data, BSA has long viewed unnecessary barriers to the exchange of data as lost opportunities that impede collaboration and growth. Our advocacy across the globe has focused heavily on the need for sensible policies to ensure enterprises can transfer data to … Read More >>

Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Data, Industry, Workforce

Fostering a Resilient Economy – Software’s Role in COVID-19 Response and Recovery

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 >>

Cybersecurity, Data, Global Markets, Industry, Intellectual Property, Privacy, Workforce

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 >>