America Quote by Edward Snowden

“America should be cooling down the tensions in the internet, making it a more trusted environment, making it a more secure environment, making it a more reliable environment, because that's the foundation of our economy and our future.” quote by Edward Snowden — Download Open image

“America should be cooling down the tensions in the internet, making it a more trusted environment, making it a more secure environment, making it a more reliable environment, because that's the foundation of our economy and our future.”

Edward Snowden

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview on Internet Governance, 2021

Reducing online tension builds trust, security, and reliability, essential for economic stability and future growth.

In simple terms: Calm internet supports economy and future.

Key Takeaway

Promote trust and security online.

Themes

trust security economy future technology

Mood

concerned optimistic strategic

Type

policy visionary strategic

When to use this quote

policy making
business planning
technology development
public education
international cooperation

Key Concepts

risk management policy infrastructure digital trust business stability government regulation public policy digital rights cybersecurity economic resilience

Questions to Reflect On

How can we ensure security without stifling innovation?
What policies best balance trust and freedom?

A Different Perspective

Balancing security with privacy can limit openness.

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