5G wireless will drive economic growth for decades to come, but the U.S. needs a comprehensive strategy to ensure a robust deployment and adoption of secure networks. A national strategy for 5G that invests in research, supports standards bodies, accelerates deployment, and facilitates the transition to virtualized equipment should be a priority.

Economic history gives us many examples of instances when financial innovations, rapid growth in credit supply and increased reliance on short-term financing have led to financial instability and crises. Therefore, at a time of rapid changes in the financial sector, it is important that regulators pay close attention to what is happening and take appropriate action.

This policy brief tracks innovative public administration in 27 European Union States and five municipalities, and proposes an eight-point program for delivering co-creation at scale.

A reframed innovation agenda centred on the themes of strong IP provisions, a competitive tax environment and direct funding for research would make serious and tangible differences for Canada’s innovation economy.