For Small Biz in the USA, AICOA is DMA (and DOA)
As we celebrate American independence this week, a small cadre in Congress is set to reintroduce a European-style legal framework, the American Innovation and Competition Online Act (AICOA). According to the bill’s authors, AICOA is the American version of Europe’s own Digital Markets Act (DMA). Along with this development come the old fears that government may squash (or at least seriously undermine) the best global distribution options American small companies have today. European regulators, competitors, and consumers are learning the [...]
Where in the World was ACT | The App Association?
The app economy is global, and so are we! Members of ACT | The App Association’s team were on the road throughout June, hosting and attending events worldwide. From happy hours to panels and everything in between, we had the opportunity to connect with our developer community through a wide range of in-person ACTivations. Learn more about where we went and what we did below. “The Housewarming” Presented by Zillow in Washington, DC Navigating the homebuying process today can feel [...]
AI Architects: How Small Businesses are Building a Better Future
Artificial intelligence (AI) is more than just a buzzword; it’s a transformative force shaping industries around the globe. While AI has recently captured the public's and policymakers' attention, our ACT | The App Association members have been leveraging its potential for years. As the app economy experiences a surge in AI-driven innovation, these small businesses and entrepreneurs are at the forefront, addressing real-world challenges with groundbreaking applications. “It’s amazing to see all the novel ways that people interact with AI [...]
Event Recap: Developments in Digital Trade: U.S. Entrepreneurs’ Perspective
Digital trade issues have always been a hot topic, but recent developments have demonstrated to policymakers and industry stakeholders alike that small businesses need strong digital trade protections to flourish. Parag Shah, founder of ACT |The App Association member company Vēmos, and Taylor Downs, federal policy manager for the App Association, recently participated in a panel discussion hosted by Nathan Lindfors, policy director for Engine, to highlight small business issues in digital trade. Recap The discussion, which also included Angela [...]
Unlocking the Future: How Smart Investments and Sensible Governance Can Propel the LLM Industry Forward
A couple of weeks ago, at an event hosted by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and Stanford Business School, policymakers and industry stakeholders convened to discuss the competitive landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) industries. The discussion ranged from the promise of large language models (LLMs) and foundation models (FMs) to the regulatory mechanisms for this emerging technology. It was clear that regulatory and enforcement actions were being considered even as the regulators were trying to fully comprehend the [...]