Data is a strategic resource, and how democracies govern it shapes both their economies and their security. Rules on data privacy, cross-border data flows, and platform accountability increasingly define the transatlantic relationship and the contest with authoritarian models of digital control. This hub follows the data agenda: data privacy and data protection, data governance for platforms and algorithms, cross-border data transfers between the United States and Europe, and platform accountability for the security risks of data held by strategic rivals. Fellows and analysts examine how to protect citizens’ rights and data privacy while keeping the digital economy open and competitive, and how strong data governance and platform accountability can coexist with innovation. Explore analysis and commentary on data privacy, data governance, and the digital economy.
Data and Privacy
The European Commission is investigating a deluge of disinformation and hateful content about the war between Israel and Hamas on social media. Big fines could follow.
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June 5, 2023
Reviewing the Trade and Technology Council
A conversation evaluating the fourth ministerial meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC).
June 1, 2023
Charting the Path Forward for EU-US Data Flows
A discussion on the future of transatlantic data flows.
May 24, 2023
Should We Expect a Spanish Tech Inquisition?
As Spain prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union on July 1, the country carries a reputation for hostility towards technology. The criticism is overstated.
May 23, 2023
Meta Mess: EU Privacy Enforcement Causes Chaos
Ireland’s data protection agency has fined social media giant Meta €1.2 billion for privacy violations under the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation. The penalty represents a giant — and dangerous — mistake.
May 17, 2023
International Cooperation on Digital Trust
A discussion previewing the 2023 G7 Summit in Hiroshima and next steps on the Data Free Flow with Trust (DFFT) proposal.
May 5, 2023
Japan’s Data With Trust Offensive — A Solution to the World’s Data Wars?
At this month’s G7 meeting in Hiroshima, leaders are set to discuss Japan’s proposal for “data-free flow with trust.” The idea needs substance.
April 25, 2023
Regulating “Evil, Wicked, Mean, and Nasty” TikTok
TikTok’s China ownership isn’t the real problem. The US’s lack of privacy protections is.
April 25, 2023
Transatlantic Community Must Unite to Address AI Risks and Opportunities
It is time for Europe, hand in hand with the United States and other democratic allies, to enforce AI regulatory frameworks that support democratic values and innovation.
April 13, 2023
Struggling to Protect Minors on Social Media
Both the US and Europe are limiting access by teenagers to dangerous social media. The task is tough, raising significant privacy and free speech concerns.