As technology policy evolves, the role of regulators and governance structures today looks markedly different from a decade ago. With limited Congressional action on critical issues such as data security, privacy, and artificial intelligence (AI), U.S. states have become increasingly proactive in formulating and enforcing their own technology policies. This shift in regulatory power raises important questions about institutional competence, coordination among jurisdictions, and the future role of federal agencies and the judiciary in shaping technology policy.

Internationally, other regions and countries are asserting themselves as leaders in technology regulation, with some crafting models that offer new governance approaches. As conversation around communications and technology policy grows more complex, moreover, innovative models of public-private partnerships and cross-border cooperation merit closer examination.

The 2025 Flagship Conference examines the new regulatory landscape, focusing on the intersection of local, state, federal, and international governance. The Conference brings together scholars, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the regulation of advanced technologies.

The Silicon Flatirons Center for Law, Technology, and Entrepreneurship is an interdisciplinary research center at the University of Colorado Law School.