DC native. Opinions expressed are mine, obvs.

Washington, DC
Joined June 2017
Poland’s Foreign Minister @sikorskiradek slams Lavrov and Russia at the UN Security Council in New York City. He says that Russian intelligence agencies are now orchestrating murder-for-hire plots in the USA as a new unsealed indictment has shown.
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Will Latin America’s AI revolution be powered by democratic values or autocratic surveillance? The choice we make now will define the region’s economy for decades. Last week in Santiago, Chile, CIPE reached a major milestone: the final of three regional workshops gathering private-sector voices to shape a regional roadmap for responsible #AI adoption. As AI rapidly transforms productive sectors, we face a critical geopolitical and ethical crossroad. The question isn't just about how we use AI, but which values are baked into its code. In a region where autocratic models are competing for influence, this roadmap ensures that Latin America’s AI future is built on democratic values, transparency, and a level playing field—aligning with the U.S. vision for an open, secure, and rights-respecting digital economy. 🚀 What’s Next? The final roadmap will be presented on April 9 in Bogotá. This marks the start of a long-term journey toward regional innovation, competitiveness, and productivity growth. @acti_chile @CNCsocial @CCIT_ @KodeaOrg @MAFriedl @Tomar_LE @AVelezaranguren #PrivateSector #Democracy #Innovation
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I have never felt this depth of shame.
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1. CIPE launched its new Center of Excellence for Digital Economy and Governance in January 2024. CDEG supports CIPE's extensive network of partners in over 100 countries, providing new resources and expertise to propel innovation and support economic inclusion. Learn more: lnkd.in/ewU2MKky
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Persons with disabilities face significant barriers to online engagement. In Africa, CIPE and @cipesaug are addressing the #digitaldivide. Learn how vital it is to foster inclusive and accessible digital spaces: bit.ly/49BggA9 #IDPWD2024 #IDPWD
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New survey by CIPE partner IT Valley Kosice sheds light on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) in Eastern #Slovakia’s workplaces. With 82% lacking training, the report offers clear strategies to boost well-being & productivity. Read the full findings: bit.ly/4euBm4I
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A CIPE survey found that only 28% of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in #Colombia had adopted electronic invoicing. Want to learn more about how CIPE is helping these businesses? Check out our latest #podcast: bit.ly/3ZQ423A
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Cutting edge, innovative approaches that respond to local needs. Go @CIPEglobal team!!!
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Opportunities from technological innovation must benefit all people. Our flyer on the #digitaleconomy shows programming and resources aimed at supporting private sector partners: cipe.org/newsroom/building-a…
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Having good digital marketing tools is essential for any business to survive and thrive these days. Glad we could organize a workshop for SMEs in #Colombia on this very topic during our "Digital Week" in #Bogota @CIPEglobal @InnpulsaCol #MipymesDigitalesCo
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#AEstaHora | Nuestro gerente general @hernanceballosg y el director de programas del CIPE @AbduAlkebsi, dan inició al evento “Transformación Tecnológica: Hacia la Competitividad de las Mipymes”, organizado por @CIPE_Lac junto a @InnpulsaCol y @camaracomerbog. #MiPymesDigitalesCo – at Bogotá, D.C., Colombia
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En los Centros de #Reindustrialización ZASCA con enfoque Tecnológico, buscamos la inclusión de la #EconomíaPopular y las MiPymes en el uso de tecnologías 📲, mediante la apropiación y exploración digital 🌐, permitiéndoles aumentar eficiencia y productividad. #MiPymesDigitalesCo – at Bogotá, D.C., Colombia
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“At CIPE we believe that democracy is good for business and vice versa. We want to see inclusive markets in Colombia that respond to the needs of local companies,” mentioned @AbduAlkebsi, CIPE's Managing Director for Programs, during the opening remarks of “Technological Transformation: Towards the Competitiveness of MSMEs,” in @AgoraBogota.
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What an absolute pleasure to discuss Colombian MSMEs, their digital journey and how @cipe_lac @platzi and Innpulsa are supporting these efforts!
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"It's really crucial that we're not just engaging the small businesses, but the organizations can represent their voices at the policy level." - Louisa Tomar (@Tomar_LE ), Director of CIPE's Center for Digital Economy and Governance during the panel “Challenges of the Digital Economy for MSMEs”. @cipe_lac
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What an interesting discussion with diverse perspectives, yet unity of vision on the need for a coordinated approach to #digitalgovernance. @CIPEglobal is proud to convene such a timely interaction and be part of the debate.
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Tomorrow! Join @cipe_lac and CIPE's Center for Digital Economy and Governance (CDEG) on May 29 for “Digital Transformation: Advancing Competitiveness of Local SMEs.” Watch virtually here: bit.ly/3Kbl42X
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Join us on May 29 for "Digital Transformation: Advancing Competitiveness of Local SMEs." Learn how digital transformation impacts the growth of SMEs in #Colombia and what the main challenges are for adopting technological tools. Watch the live stream here: bit.ly/3Kbl42X #DigitalEconomy #DigitalTransformation
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Building a Democratic Digital Option in the Age of AI - excellent panel on a crucial, timely issue hosted by @NEDemocracy at the #AI Expo @scsp_ai #SCSPAIExpo #SCSPTech @CIPEglobal @NDI @IRIglobal #Democracy
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