The United States has had a significant positive economic and technological impact on the world through global trade, international organizations, and the development and spread of technologies. The U.S. trade deficit is over $800 billion annually and its GDP is $14.58 trillion, demonstrating its large role in global economics. The U.S. also contributes heavily to international bodies like the UN and World Bank and has helped develop technologies adopted worldwide like computers, the internet, and more. Outsourcing industries to countries has also helped increase employment and reduce poverty in nations while raising standards of living.