The future of global economies depends on a universal faith in general-purpose technologies to encourage the growth of productivity and innovation. From jet aircraft to computers and even satellite communications, humanity has emerged through the decades stronger, more efficient, and more innovative. How can governments encourage advancements in breakthrough technologies? What role do they play in encouraging human ingenuity, protecting intellectual property, and prompting a robust education knowledge system to advance research and development? During this session, we hear about the role played by governments to unlock the potential of human ingenuity.