CPC - Caspian Policy Center
Research
The Caspian Policy Center’s Technology Policy Program aims to research and analyze the varied uses of technology in the Caspian and provide policy recommendations to the U.S. and Caspian governments and corporations to further technological development. The Program also aims to provide technology strategies for the private sector and provide a stronger technology ecosystem for the United States and Caspian region. The Caspian Policy Center’s research includes the use of telecommunications, new security technology, cryptocurrency, agricultural technology, artificial intelligence, and information technology infrastructure. Additionally, the Program aims to analyze the way cutting edge technology is changing relations in the Caspian, posing potential threats to security in the region, and providing new opportunities for global cooperation and integration. The Program produces articles, policy briefs, and reports, will host and participate to events featuring experts from around the world.
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Security and Politics Program (SPP)
Domestic Production of Drones: The Latest in Uzbekistan’s Military Modernization Drive
Author: Devon Sealander
Date: Feb 17, 2022
On January 18, 2022, the State Defense...
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
Azerbaijan Furthers Regional Telecommunications Initiative
Author: Dante Schulz
Date: Oct 26, 2021
Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan furthered their commitment to bolster the Digital Silk Road project at the CIS GCCM (Global Carrier Community Meeting) 2021...
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
A Digital Economy in Central Asia? Not So Fast
Author: Daniel Lehmann
Date: Aug 4, 2021
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
Kazakhstan Cashing in on Cryptocurrency: Opportunities and Challenges for the World’s Third Largest Bitcoin Miner
Author: Daniel Lehmann
Date: Jul 28, 2021
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
Central Asia Looking to Introduce 5G Technology in Major Cities
Author: Aizhan Abilgazina
Date: Mar 8, 2021
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
A New Kind of Mining: Kazakhstan Stakes Its Claim in the Cryptocurrency Industry
Author: Aizhan Abilgazina
Date: Oct 6, 2020
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Security and Politics Program (SPP)
U.S. Response to Chinese Telecommunications, Surveillance Systems in Central Asia
Author: Nicole Wolkov
Date: Sep 25, 2020
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
The Greater Caspian Region’s Transition to Online Learning Underscores the Need to Expand Internet Access
Author: Dante Schulz
Date: Sep 22, 2020
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Reports
China’s Growing Influence In Central Asia Through Surveillance Systems
Author: Akbota Karibayeva, Nicole Wolkov, Ambassador (Ret.) Richard E. Hoagland
Date: Sep 14, 2020
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
Kyrgyzstan’s New Internet Bill: Censorship or Disinformation Prevention?
Author: Leah Silinsky
Date: Jul 7, 2020
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP)
State Surveillance Technology and COVID-19 in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan
Author: Nicole Wolkov
Date: Jun 19, 2020
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Articles
Media And Information In The Caspian Region In The Age Of Covid-19
Author: Caspian Policy Center
Date: May 15, 2020
Technology Policy Program (TPP), Reports
Special Report: The Computer and the Farmer: The Role of Information Technology in Boosting Agricultural Productivity in Kazakhstan
Author: Caspian Policy Center
Date: Apr 22, 2019

Technology Policy Program (TPP), Articles
Baku Trade Port Seeks to Use the Blockchain Technology
Author: Caspian Policy Center
Date: Mar 14, 2018