Tech Leadership in a Fractured World: Competing Without Losing Our Values
How democracies can lead in AI, chips, and cloud—without compromising openness
“The question is not only whether democracies can win the tech race—but whether they can do so while staying true to who they are.”
Overview
- In an era of accelerating digital rivalry, Mark Kennedy delivers a powerful message: democracies must compete aggressively in foundational technologies—AI, semiconductors, and cloud infrastructure—while preserving the freedoms and openness that define them.
- This keynote confronts the core paradox of modern tech strategy: how to win in an age of surveillance capitalism and techno-authoritarianism without becoming what we’re trying to prevent. Kennedy outlines how democratic nations can build secure, trusted, and scalable technology ecosystems—without sacrificing innovation, civil liberties, or global leadership.
Key Themes Covered
- The stakes of AI governance: open-source vs. closed models, algorithmic transparency, and democratic alignment
- How semiconductor sovereignty is reshaping industrial policy and strategic alliances
- Cloud and digital infrastructure as platforms of power—and points of vulnerability
- Why values-based leadership is essential for digital legitimacy among allies and partners
- The risk of decoupling and fragmentation—and how to avoid it through federated cooperation
Audience Takeaways
- A principled roadmap for democratic tech leadership
- Clarity on the interplay between innovation, resilience, and trust in AI and critical infrastructure
- Insight into how companies and governments can embed values into technical design, procurement, and policy
Who This Is For
- Technology executives and engineers shaping global platforms
- Policymakers navigating the intersection of tech, trade, and national security
- Think tanks, educators, and students focused on digital ethics and innovation strategy
- Alliance leaders seeking coherence across democratic tech initiatives
🎥 Watch Mark in Action
- Ten Steps to Win the AI Race
- Harvard | Boston Global Forum | November 2024
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