A White House policy committee on Monday highlighted new technologies that are critical to U.S. national security in its latest report.
The subcommittee's report on fast-tracking distributed #ledger technology (DLT), #digital assets and digital payment technologies is categorized as "data privacy, data security and cybersecurity technologies. " In addition, privacy-enhancing technologies, artificial intelligence, advanced computing and human-machine interfaces were categorized as other key areas.
The list released Tuesday is not the first time the policy group has mentioned digital assets, though the categorization has been updated.
Yesterday, @WhiteHouse updated its list of critical and emerging technologies. This is not a list of critical technologies compiled by @DoDCTO, but a list of critical technology areas under the CHIPS and Science Act.
The National Science and Technology Council first created this subcommittee in 2020. Its purpose was to identify critical and emerging technologies relevant to national security; in its last update in 2022, the subcommittee categorized digital assets and DLT as "financial technologies.
Divyansh Kaushik, associate director for emerging technologies at the Federation of American Scientists, emphasized that the list provides insight into how Congress and the executive branch prioritize investment and workforce development in specific areas.
The list focuses on innovative technologies that are shaping innovation in the U. S. and enhancing national security. It also serves as a roadmap for enhancing U. S. technology leadership, strengthening alliances, attracting a diverse workforce, and addressing security threats.
Stephen Welby, OSTP deputy director for national security, said: "This list supports our efforts to develop and strengthen U. S. technology leadership.
The White House's attention to emerging technologies has impacted industry policy and asset values.
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