Big deal Quote by Janet Napolitano
“The United States is the nation of innovation. And we have the best innovators, really, in the world. Our international property is one of our huge national economic assets. Yes, so to the extent that some are seeking to infiltrate our network, steal that information, not to have invest in the research and development that goes into innovation, that's a really big deal.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on National Innovation, 2005
Innovation fuels economic power, but security threats undermine it; protecting intellectual property is vital.
In simple terms: Innovation is key, but must be protected.
Key Takeaway
Guard and invest in innovation.
Themes
innovation
security
economics
Mood
concerned
optimistic
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- policy making
- technology development
- cybersecurity
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
intellectual property
national security
R&D
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster innovation while securing data?
- What policies best deter infiltration?
A Different Perspective
Balancing openness with protection is challenging.
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