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The Hoover Technology Policy Accelerator (TPA) is a research and convening program within the Hoover Institution (Stanford University) focused on the geopolitical, national security, and policy implications of emerging technologies. Its stated mission is to help government and business leaders better understand emerging technology and its geopolitical implications, so they can seize opportunities, mitigate risks, and advance American interests and values.
TPA is directed by Senior Fellow Amy Zegart, and it operates as a multi-institution hub connecting academic expertise, policy communities, and industry. The program’s work includes original research and analysis, public engagement, and conference-style convenings (e.g., Tech Track 2). A significant recent strategic component is the Tech Futures Lab, launched with a Hewlett Foundation grant. The Tech Futures Lab’s role is to run foresight exercises intended to anticipate potential strategic technological “surprises,” support resilience planning, and convene researchers, innovators, investors, and government leaders.
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