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Five Big Ideas in Science and Technology for the Trump Administration

Five Big Ideas in Science and Technology for the Trump Administration

The Trump Administration has opportunities to make generational leaps in American research and development. These five big ideas in applications could propel both American industry and ingenuity, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs in emerging markets with wide open potential.

Why Must It Be Tax (Extenders) Season Again?

Why Must It Be Tax (Extenders) Season Again?

A bad habit has developed in Washington. Like many bad DC habits, this one is about procrastination and creating unnecessary uncertainty for innovators. In the days ahead, Congress will consider renewal of a package of tax incentives and breaks known as tax extenders. We've been through this before.

Guest Post: Playing Politics With Internet Taxes

Guest Post: Playing Politics With Internet Taxes

One would think that immediate passage of a permanent moratorium would be a foregone conclusion, particularly since the taxes discriminate against certain technologies and business plans, and ultimately fall heaviest on those least able to bear the burden. 

Build Something You Love

Build Something You Love

What happens when you put a startup founder in a leadership role in Congressional staff? In this special episode that combines two CTC series - Inside the Founder's Studio and the Innovation Agenda - we speak to Roger Dean Huffstetler, co-founder and president and Zillabyte, about his new role as Chief of Staff to Congressman Seth Moulton.