> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://library.xrguild.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://library.xrguild.org/privacy-and-policy/voices-of-vr-997-debating-xr-privacy-tech-policy-with-ellysse-dick.md). # Voices Of VR #997: Debating XR Privacy Tech Policy with Ellysse Dick Ellysse Dick, a policy analyst at the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF), has authored ten publications on VR and AR policy over the past year. ## Overview **Authors:** Voices of VR with Kent Bye **Publication Date:** 23 June 2021 **Link:** [https://voicesofvr.com/997-debating-xr-privacy-tech-policy-with-ellysse-dick-of-information-technology-innovation-foundation/](https://voicesofvr.com/997-debating-xr-privacy-tech-policy-with-ellysse-dick-of-information-technology-innovation-foundation/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) **Keywords:** VR policy, AR policy, information technology, regulation, ITIF, XR ethics, technology advocacy, Facebook policy **Type:** Audio/Podcast ## Summary Ellysse Dick, a policy analyst at the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF), has authored ten publications on VR and AR policy over the past year. ITIF, a non-partisan, non-profit tech policy think tank, promotes innovation by advocating for limited government intervention, emphasizing that "disruptive innovation almost always leads to economic and social progress." Their approach aligns with libertarian ideals, focusing on carefully tailored regulations to support technological advancement without stifling growth. While ITIF maintains independence, its positions often align with those of Facebook, which is both a financial supporter of ITIF and has listed the organization in its political engagement disclosures. Facebook notes that such affiliations do not constitute full endorsement of ITIF’s policies. Dick asserts editorial independence in her research, though the overlap between ITIF’s positions and Facebook’s implicit interests suggests shared policy goals. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://library.xrguild.org/privacy-and-policy/voices-of-vr-997-debating-xr-privacy-tech-policy-with-ellysse-dick.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.