REPORT TO THE PRESIDENT Review of the Networking and Information Technology Research and Development Program

Summary

The U.S. government tasked PCAST with reviewing the 30-year-old Networking and Information Technology Research and Development (NITRD) Program to ensure its ongoing effectiveness in maintaining U.S. leadership in computing and communication technology, particularly amidst the explosive growth of AI. PCAST completed its independent review, finding the program useful and cost-effective, and provided several recommendations to enhance its role, coordination, and adaptation to future technological demands. The program is ongoing, with recommendations for improvement.

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