Information Technology Industry Council (ITI)

In February, the minds shaping America’s future in tech gathered at #TheIntersect2026 - ITI’s annual premier tech policy summit.  While there, Schneider Electric’s Senior Vice President of Secure Power, North America Vandana Singh shared her perspective on why moments like The Intersect are critical to driving the collaboration that innovation demands.  In our latest #DownloadOnTech, we’re bringing The Intersect to your favorite podcast platforms. To hear from leaders in tech, Congress, and the Trump Administration about America’s role in the global tech race, listen here:  https://lnkd.in/edDqDh5s  

In POLITICO Europe Morning Tech, ITI Director of Policy Marco Leto Barone highlights priorities for the ongoing work on the EU Code of Practice for marking and labelling AI-generated content under the AI Act.   As the Code gets finalized, Marco warns against overly prescriptive approaches, and measures beyond the AI Act’s requirements, which will create legal uncertainty and operational burdens for AI innovators.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/eAyw22ei

Just back from a great week with the Global Cross-Border Privacy Rules Forum in Lima! 🦙 The Global CBPRs promote much needed regulatory convergence across privacy laws and enable companies to demonstrate best practice in global data governance. Much discussion on how data flows frameworks fit in with the current focus on sovereignty and AI. I also got the chance to present ITI's paper on Privacy and Generative AI and talk about how privacy is one segment of a much wider AI debate rewiring the global policy landscape. The data privacy community has to put its objectives within this larger context and the Global CBPRs are a great example of a flexible tool that can respond to these shifts. Information Technology Industry Council (ITI)

📍San Francisco, CA   ITI was on location at #RSAC 2026 last week!   ITI Senior Vice President of Policy and General Counsel John Miller, Senior Vice President and Counsel Mike Flynn, ITI Director of Policy Leopold Wildenauer, and ITI Government Affairs Manager Hannah Specogna were actively engaged in discussions at #RSAC 2026 on pressing issues affecting the cyber landscape.    Thank you to our partners Amazon Web Services (AWS), Salesforce, and Visa for hosting ITI and tech leaders for important conversations on AI security, innovation promotion, and international collaboration among trusted partners.

Policy decisions made today will define the future of digital infrastructure.    On April 23, Data Center World AFCOM’s Public Policy Forum, in partnership with ITI, will convene government leaders, industry executives and community stakeholders to discuss the policies shaping the data center ecosystem.    From federal AI priorities and permitting reform to energy access, workforce impact, and community engagement, this forum will focus on what’s needed to support innovation, economic growth, and resilient digital infrastructure.    Be part of the conversation. Register today: https://lnkd.in/e9RBCepu

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🎙️NEW EPISODE 🎙️ #DownloadOnTech    Last month, ITI hosted its annual premier tech policy summit, The Intersect, where tech CEOs, top policymakers, and industry visionaries explored how America will chart the future of global innovation. Now, you can catch up on the full program and hear from leaders in industry, Congress, and the Trump Administration on where tech is headed next. Listen to The Intersect’s special edition #DownloadOnTech episode here: https://lnkd.in/eNWcxQ4N

We know it is a privilege to operate in the communities where we build. That responsibility shapes how we approach growth at Vantage Data Centers. As demand for AI and cloud infrastructure continues to rise, we are focused on ensuring our developments create lasting value. That means protecting ratepayers, investing in local communities and advancing sustainability across everything we do. From workforce development partnerships and infrastructure investments to new approaches that help shield households and small businesses from rising energy costs, our work is centered on delivering meaningful, long-term impact. Responsible growth is not just about meeting demand. It is about building trust and creating shared value over time. Learn more about our approach: https://lnkd.in/enRXtzng #DataCenters #Affordability #Community #Sustainability

Today, on #InternationalDataCenterDay, we recognize the critical role data centers play in powering the digital economy—and the importance of ensuring their growth is both efficient and responsible.    Since 2007, The Green Grid (TGG), an affiliate of ITI, has served as a trusted industry resource, helping organizations navigate the evolving demands of data center performance. From pioneering foundational metrics like Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) to advancing next-generation frameworks for the AI era, TGG continues to equip stakeholders with the tools they need to make informed, impactful decisions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8nkPGu5

Today is International Data Center Day - a day to recognize the people behind the infrastructure that powers our digital world and inspires future talent! We’re proud to see our teams leading by example, including our New Albany, Ohio, team hosting a hands-on student event that showcased how data centers work and the many career paths across operations, engineering, construction, skilled trades and more. Behind every always-on digital experience are people who make it possible. To everyone working in the industry, a big thank you for all you do! To learn more, check out today’s blog post here: https://lnkd.in/drtBxrwz #InternationalDataCenterDay #DataCenters #CriticalInfrastructure #FutureWorkforce