‘Complete capitulation’: Experts try to decipher reported Canada-U.S. ‘digital trade alignment’ - The Wire Report

Canadian tech experts concerned that trade talks may concede sovereignty over digital policy

Remarks from U.S. trade officials have also sparked fears that Ottawa may be preparing major concessions on its digital-policy agenda to address concerns from U.S. tech and streaming giants

US Trade Talks Fuel Worry in Canada Over Tech and AI Rules

The US Trade Representative’s mention of “digital trade alignment” as part of an agreement with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government is fueling concerns about Canada’s ability to set its own policy for technology companies.

U.S. trade talks fuel worry in Canada over tech and AI rules

The two countries appear to be on the cusp of a deal to reduce tariffs and address trade irritants. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said in a social media post that it would include “comprehensive market access for all American goods, economic security commitments, digital trade alignment, and many important provisions.” The post U.S. trade talks fuel worry in Canada over tech and AI rules appeared first on GrowCola.com.

‘Complete capitulation’: Experts try to decipher reported Canada-U.S. ‘digital trade alignment’ - The Wire Report

Throughout negotiations, Canada has already ceded regulatory territory in the technology sector by sacrificing the digital services tax and domestic content contribution requirements. The post ‘Complete capitulation’: Experts try to decipher reported Canada-U.S. ‘digital trade alignment’ appeared first on The Wire Report.