Technology

Commentary

Big Tech’s right-to-repair programs need fixing

New electronic device repair reforms don’t go far enough. We need legislation that requires manufacturers to make parts, tools and service information available to everyone who needs to fix their own devices.

By Guest Commentary • May 2, 2022

California Divide

A Silicon Valley lawmaker wants to protect workers from employer spying

A workplace tech accountability bill would force employers to tell workers they’re being spied on and would ban surveillance outside of work.

By Levi Kalish • April 19, 2022

Commentary

Increase funding to benefit California’s science and innovation ecosystem

California’s congressional delegation can advocate for increased funding that will drive the science and innovation ecosystem throughout our state.

By Guest Commentary • April 1, 2022

Commentary

California’s lead in science, technology is strong but vulnerable

Science and technology leaders are raising several issues that over time could pose problems for California’s technology leadership.

By Guest Commentary • March 29, 2022

Commentary

California should lead on health technology assessment

An institute of health technology assessment could measure the value of medical treatments to eliminate wasteful spending.

By Guest Commentary • January 27, 2022

Commentary

California casualties in Congress’ effort to regulate Big Tech

Regulations targeting tech companies will impact small, minority- and women-owned businesses in California.

By Guest Commentary • January 25, 2022

WhatMatters

Labor’s top ally resigns from Legislature

Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez, a key union backer in the California Legislature, will step down to take over the California Labor Federation.

By Emily Hoeven • January 4, 2022

Commentary

California’s courts need updating

As Americans question the capacity of their institutions to serve them effectively and people around the world voice doubts about democracy, it’s important that we strengthen our courts with the right mix of innovation and investment.

By Guest Commentary • October 26, 2021

Commentary

The drive to widen the digital divide

The American Legislative Exchange Council and telecoms are working in tandem to ensure consumers in California and the U.S. do not get access to world-class telecommunication services.

By Guest Commentary • October 20, 2021

Reader Reactions

Network of research facilities for innovation have led to many startups

Support for innovation networks have led to startups successfully launched in health care, agricultural robotics and more.

By Guest Commentary • May 28, 2021