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May 12

Startup founders travel to Capitol Hill with Engine to talk data privacy

By The Engine Team Data privacy has long been top of mind for policymakers, but in the absence of a comprehensive federal privacy framework, states have been passing their own unique privacy laws. That’s created pressure on policymakers in Washington to create national rules. When policymakers think about writing new…

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Apr 28

Balanced Intellectual Property policy is critical for startup formation and talent mobility

By Tarang Mishra, Policy Fellow, Engine Foundation A common element found in employment agreements in the tech sector is holding back would-be founders and employees from joining the startup ecosystem, and a better balance could unlock their contributions and grow the economy. …

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Balanced Intellectual Property policy is critical for startup formation and talent mobility

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Apr 7

The TikTok hearing was bad, but that’s how Congress always talks about social media

By Kate Tummarello, Executive Director, Engine Advocacy & Foundation Congress isn’t thrilled with TikTok, and TikTokers are even less thrilled with Congress. Since last month’s hearing in a key House committee featuring testimony from TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew, many Internet users are concerned that Congress is considering banning TikTok…

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The TikTok hearing was bad, but that’s how Congress always talks about social media

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Mar 30

Change to R&D treatment could shoulder startups with hefty tax bill

By Jennifer Weinhart, Senior Policy Advisor, Engine Advocacy & Foundation For many startups, this year’s taxes will reflect a detrimental change to the treatment of research and development (R&D) thanks to a bill Congress passed in 2017. …

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Change to R&D treatment could shoulder startups with hefty tax bill

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Mar 24

SVB: what happened, how the fallout impacts startups, what policymakers can do next

By Jennifer Weinhart, Senior Policy Advisor, Engine Advocacy & Foundation The fall of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) dealt an immediate shock to the global startup ecosystem and will have lasting ramifications for banks and founders. Many startups lack access to large banks, and instead rely on community and regional banks…

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SVB: what happened, how the fallout impacts startups, what policymakers can do next

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Feb 16

Black Founders are telling policymakers what they need to thrive, and policymakers need to listen

By The Engine Team Black founders are launching and growing innovative startups every day, but they don’t face a level playing field. Black founders need support at every stage and level of innovation, from funding and mentorship opportunities, to access to federal grants, to network building, and more. …

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Black Founders are telling policymakers what they need to thrive, and policymakers need to listen

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Feb 15

Intellectual property scams target startups, and how policymakers can help

By The Engine Team Bad actors are constantly looking to trick unsuspecting startups into unnecessarily giving up their already-limited resources. …

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Intellectual property scams target startups, and how policymakers can help

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Feb 10

State Policy Update: A new front in the state privacy patchwork

By Nathan Lindfors, Policy Director, Engine Advocacy & Foundation In a series of State Policy Updates, we are exploring how state initiatives are impacting the innovation happening in startup ecosystems across the country. While much of Engine’s work centers on policy advocacy and education in the federal landscape, state-based policymakers…

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State Policy Update: A new front in the state privacy patchwork

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Feb 10

The Patent and Trademark Office should work for everyone

By Abby Rives, IP Counsel, Engine Advocacy & Foundation You might not realize it, but whether you’re a startup founder, a digital entrepreneur, or a casual technology and Internet user — what the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) does impacts you and the agency needs to be listening to…

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The Patent and Trademark Office should work for everyone

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Jan 27

FTC’s non-compete rule could smooth the path to entrepreneurship

By Jennifer Weinhart, Senior Policy Advisor, Engine Advocacy & Foundation The federal government is considering a rule change that would make it easier for would-be startup founders and employees to leave their day jobs and join the startup ecosystem. While the rule will likely face challenges in court if finalized…

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FTC’s non-compete rule could smooth the path to entrepreneurship

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