Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue

The Purdue University team is back in Taiwan to resume our tech diplomacy with one of the world’s most consequential tech democracies. Purdue Research Foundation President and CEO Chad Pittman, together with Len Khodorkovsky and Carter Krach from the Krach Institute, joined the US-Taiwan Business Council delegation in discussions with VP Bi-khim Hsiao and Taiwan’s government and business leaders on strengthening our friendship and advancing freedom through the innovation, deployment, and adoption of trusted technology.

Happy 2025, everyone! Together, we will advance freedom through trusted tech.

2024 was a big year for the Krach Institute. We launched the Tech Diplomacy Academy, released the Global Tech Security Commission report, created the framework for the world's first Global Trusted Tech (xGTT) Standard, and grew our Global Trusted Tech Network of public and private sector leaders committed to the innovation, deployment, and adoption of trustworthy technologies. 2025—a quarter of the way into the 21st century—will be the year the Krach Institute does its part to set the pace for the future and ensure that technology serves its ultimate and highest purpose: the advancement of human freedom.

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday season from all of us at the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue.

President of Taiwan Lai Ching-te addressed the participants of the Krach Institute's 2024 #TrustedTechSummit, expressing Taiwan's commitment to "invest boldly in all fields of forward-looking technology" and "ensuring that emerging technologies can be trusted." Watch President Lai's full remarks.

Accepting the Krach Institute's Trusted Tech Leadership Award, Kersti Kaljulaid President Kaljulaid Foundation, former President of Estonia and Co-Chair of the Global Tech Security Commission, said, "It is so important that technology in 21st century is safely in the hands of freedom-loving nations, that we are the ones who decide how this technology is used for the safety, prosperity, and the goodwill of our people." Watch President Kaljulaid's full remarks at the 2024 #TrustedTechSummit. ➡️ Read the Global Tech Security Commission Report: https://lnkd.in/eWxqiWp4

"[Keith Krach] once said that technology is the key to winning the 21st century and at Google we completely agree...85% of economic growth in the last 80 years is actually attributable to technology." In accepting the Krach Institute's Trusted Tech Leadership Award on behalf of Google, Ruth Porat, President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google, remarked on the transformative power of technology and the company’s commitment to uplifting society. Watch her full remarks at the 2024 #TrustedTechSummit.

At the 2024 #TrustedTechSummit, Audrey Tang, Taiwan's Cyber Ambassador-at-Large and Chair of the Krach Institute's Global Trusted Tech (xGTT) Standard initiative, discussed technology's immense potential to enhance the human condition, but warned about attempts to weaponize it by authoritarian regimes and malicious actors. Audrey shared her personal experiences as Taiwan's first Digital Minister on the front lines of the tech-fueled battle between freedom and authoritarianism. She also laid out the case for setting the standard that would help identify “Trusted Tech” entities—whether they are countries, companies, organizations, products, or services—to enable seamless, secure and trusted collaboration that would, ultimately, advance freedom. ➡️ Read about the xGTT Standard Initiative: https://lnkd.in/eAahdzK2

The 2024 Keith J. Krach Tech Diplomacy Award has been announced, honoring remarkable contributions to technology diplomacy that uphold democratic values, strengthen U.S. national and economic security, and champion trusted technology worldwide. This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals who have advanced cyberspace, digital, and emerging technology policy. Congratulations to this year’s three #TechDiplomacy awardees: 🏅Elizabeth Hosinski: For her dedication to building strong international coalitions and finding common ground among diverse partners to achieve shared goals. 🏅Allison Schwier: For leading important initiatives that boosted the Department’s ability to work on science and technology, opening doors for greater global collaboration. 🏅 Protus Shitero: For his work elevating tech diplomacy as a national security imperative and his efforts to advance digital economy initiatives. While this post highlights three awardees, we are proud to recognize several runners-up as well, celebrating multiple incredible individuals who embody the spirit of tech diplomacy. 👏 Congratulations to all the winners! Your dedication inspires us to build a secure, inclusive, and resilient digital future.

In the latest Tech Diplomacy Now newsletter, we cover the 2024 #TrustedTechSummit where the Krach Institute released the Global Tech Security Commission Report and the Global Trusted Tech (xGTT) Standard initiative. The Washington, DC, event was attended by hundreds of international leaders from government, technology, business, academia, and civil society. Read more about the Summit and all the top developments in tech diplomacy ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ghavmTVz