Startups are increasingly able to expand quickly into global markets thanks to the Internet and reduced barriers to trade. Trade agreements that protect digital goods, promote a balanced copyright and patent regime, and include protections for platforms will increase the ability for startups to compete globally. We support pro-innovation trade agreements that can help U.S. startups expand into overseas markets, leading to more growth and opportunity.
Lawmakers lament detriment to startups of Trade Rep’s digital trade reversal
Foreign nations are saddling U.S. companies — including startups — with discriminatory burdens.
Foundational trade policy may be extended, staving digital tariffs for now
A coalition of 42 U.S. startups, investors, and startup support organizations across 18 states sent a letter urging U.S. trade policymakers to support the growth and competitiveness of the startup ecosystem through smart digital trade policy. The letter calls on policymakers to support policies enabling cross-border data flows, making permanent the moratorium on the imposition of customs duties on electronic transmissions, and providing resources to help startups compete abroad.