Policy Briefs

Our policy briefs are short analyses and research results that are compiled not only for decision-makers but also for the general public. They each contain specific recommendations for action and thus combine research and practice.

The Rise of Techno-Authoritarianism and its Impact on US Foreign Policy


The intersection of wealth, technology, and political power has reached a new and dangerous frontier in the United States, threatening not only American democracy but also reshaping global power dynamics. As Silicon Valley elites consolidate influence over governance, deregulation, and even U.S. foreign policy, their alignment with an increasingly illiberal Trump administration raises profound concerns […]