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December 2025 · DOI

Measuring the Economic Cost of Internet Shutdowns: A Cross-Country Panel Study

This paper examines measuring the economic cost of internet shutdowns. Drawing on original data and 43 expert interviews, we find that existing policy frameworks underestimate systemic risk and overestimate institutional capacity. History offers some guidance, though not much comfort. Previous episodes of this kind were resolved only after a combination of sustained external pressure and a shift in domestic incentives — conditions that do not yet appear to be in place. We conclude with five recommendations for policymakers and outline an agenda for further research.

Sofia Lindqvist, Kwame Asante et al. PDF
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October 2025 · DOI

AI Governance Frameworks Compared: Convergence and Divergence Across 40 Jurisdictions

This paper examines ai governance frameworks compared. Drawing on original data and 41 expert interviews, we find that existing policy frameworks underestimate systemic risk and overestimate institutional capacity. The economic stakes are considerable. Conservative estimates suggest that disruption on this scale could shave between 0.3 and 0.7 percentage points off regional growth next year, with the heaviest burden falling on import-dependent economies and low-income households. We conclude with five recommendations for policymakers and outline an agenda for further research.

Sofia Lindqvist, Kwame Asante et al. PDF