Program: Democracy + Tech Initiative

The Digital Forensic Research Lab’s Democracy + Tech Initiative centers human rights and democracy in technology and policy debates.

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DFRLab Blog

Feb 26, 2026

DFC reauthorization is here: The good, the bad, and the next steps for connectivity

The DFC reauthorization in the FY2026 NDAA gives the agency more capacity and new tools to counter Chinese digital infrastructure finance. This article assesses the changes against our connectivity-focused proposals, examining the good, the gaps, and what needs to happen next.

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