Saturday, October 13, 2012

Obama v. Romney: The Technology Battle

Which of the Tech Giants Support Obama?

Which Tech Companies are Funding Romney?

Which Candidate Supports Technology?

The 2012 Presidential Election has prompted heated debate across the world, with the subject ranging from Romney's tax returns to Obama's birth certificate. This week we focus on how technology features in the race by looking at which tech companies are funding the candidates' campaigns, and comparing Obama and Romney's technology and innovation policies. Who would you back for President - Obama or Romney? Cast your vote in our poll.

Tech Companies Funding the Obama Machine

With the US elections round the corner, the majority of the focus has been on the candidates' policies, but where does their funding come from? In the first of a two-part piece, Dan Swinhoe looks at which tech companies are helping fund Obama's Presidential campaign. Click here to find out which tech companies are in the Democrat camp.

Tech Companies Funding the Romney Machine

In the second of a two-part piece that looks at the tech companies funding the Presidential campaigns, Dan Swinhoe turns his attention to the Romney election trail. Find out which tech companies vote Republican.

Comparing Obama and Romney's Technology and Innovation Policies

Do the differences in Obama and Romney's approaches to many of the key issues extend to technology and innovation? This report provides an overview of each candidate's general philosophy on technology, innovation, and trade policy, and then compares their specific positions across 10 key policy areas. Click through to read the full analysis.