Reflecting on recent developments in open-source artificial intelligence (AI), this report examines how a national innovation system framework can guide AI industrial policy to foster innovation and reduce reliance on dominant tech companies. It argues that aligning trade policy with industrial policy and competition is critical for fostering a fair and dynamic AI ecosystem.

This discussion paper proposes the development of an international Framework Convention on Global AI Challenges, accompanied by specific supporting protocols, to address specific global challenges raised by advanced AI. The paper draws on a wealth of existing research and policy efforts, as well as valuable discussions and feedback from many quarters. The recommendations are preliminary...

In response to growing concerns about foreign interference, the Canadian government has proposed new legislation to combat this threat. This paper examines how Canada's allies in the Five Eyes security alliance have implemented foreign influence transparency registries and what lessons can be learnt.

The authors of this paper argue that amid a historic inflationary period that has catalysed a cost-of-living crisis, the potential of competition law amendments that can better govern firm behaviour is garnering considerable and consistent attention from federal political parties in Canada.

The author of this paper argues that the digitisation of human discourse is an immense undertaking that will radically reshape humanity and the nature of human thought, unfolding over many decades.