Wednesday 12 June, 2024
Introduction In humanitarian crises, every bit of information can be a lifeline for those in need, which makes data a vital factor in providing food, shelter, and basic human needs. In this session, the speakers will explore the fascinating relationship between data protection and humanitarian action, from aiding disaster response to tracking displacement trends, where data plays a cr...
Introduction In this session, discover how international cooperation and mutual assistance are reshaping the landscape of privacy regulation in order to uphold digital rights and combat global privacy threats. Experts on the panel will uncover the mechanisms, limits, and triumphs of collaborative privacy enforcement cooperation efforts, paving the way for a safer digital future. ...
Introduction The right to private communication is enshrined in several international treaties in the telecommunication, human rights, and humanitarian law domains. Quantum technology is expected to be soon able to uncypher encrypted communications. It poses a threat on conventional encryption methods and will constitute a major blow on confidentiality and privacy of electronic commun...
Introduction Global challenges increasingly transcend national borders, which means that the development and adoption of codes of conduct offer a promising avenue for fostering cooperation, promoting ethical standards, and addressing shared concerns across diverse sectors. The speakers will explore the transformative potential of international codes of conduct, by providing real-world...
IntroductionAs countries around the world embark on the digital transformation of all of their public services, EdTech has the potential to contribute to accessibility of education resources and enhanced learning outcomes, as well as to ease the administrative burden on teachers, improve classroom management and others....
Introduction The EU GDPR makes over 70 references to certification, and its Article 42 sets the basis for a European Data Protection Seal. In October 2022, the European Data Protection Board approved the Europrivacy criteria to serve as European Data Protection Seal. In March this year, European Accreditation validated the accreditation of Europrivacy at European level in line with Ar...
While the EU–U.S. Data Privacy Framework, OECD Gov’t access principles and G7 Data Free Flows with Trust Initiative have paved the way for democracies to find common ground and cooperate on challenging data sharing issues, there are still gaps to fill and issues to solve. Law enforcement agencies worldwide are battling with a cumbersome process to investigate and prosecute cross border crime, while companies grapple with their ...
Introduction While the GDPR has established a powerful mechanism to reinforce cooperation for data protection among EU an EEA Member States, major European countries, such as UK, Switzerland, and others, are not associated to this cooperation mechanism. They often benefit from adequacy decisions but are not involved in EDPB discussions. This session will explore the potential to reinf...
Introduction Data regulation is essential, not to mention critical, in the financial sector. With the introduction of key regulatory frameworks, such as the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MICA), and specialized tools tailored for DPOs, navigating compliance has never been more needed. With the industry experts in this session, gain ...
Introduction In this intriguing session, the realm of neuro privacy and neuro psychological rights will be the main focus. As advancements in neuroscience unlock new insights into the human brain, questions arise about the ethical considerations of accessing and utilizing neural data. The speakers will explore the relationship between neuroscience, privacy, and fundamental human right...
Introduction Concerns over data privacy and market concentration have intensified over time, which makes regulatory compliance more extensive to encompass competition policy and privacy protection. This session will explore key EU legal principles related to PET, examining how practices such as user profiling, tracking, and targeted a...
Introduction In this engaging session, the speakers explore the imperative of fostering international cooperation for data protection and privacy. High-level authorities will share their views on the ways to reinforce international cooperation and convergence in data protection. They will discuss identified challenges and opportunities to build an ocean of privacy that overcomes regio...
Introduction Biometric data is increasingly used for medical diagnosis, public safety, and home access controls. In the ever-evolving world of data protection and privacy, biometric data compliance and ethics stand at the forefront of the discussion. From fingerprint scans to facial recognition, it represents a unique set of opportunities and risks. This session explores the ethi...
Introduction This session sheds light on the relationship between digital currencies and data protection, focusing particularly on the compliance challenges and opportunities that could emerge. Attendees will find out how these digital currencies continue to shape the financial world, and will gain insights into the unique data protection considerations associated with digital currenc...
IntroductionEnsuring age appropriate experiences is an important element to help protect the privacy and safety of users. However, effective age assurance presents a variety of challenges. This session combines a Google presentation and an interactive, mock session on how research shapes the implementation of age assurance with an expert panel to explore and discuss the latest technologies...
Introduction Data protection and international trade are increasingly interleaved. The traditional doctrine consisted in dissociating the two topics. However, current WTO negotiations on electronic services highlight inherent connections and interdependencies between trade and data protection. The panel will explore how trade agreements and policies intersect with data protection fram...
Introduction The number of compliance regulatory frameworks is getting higher and higher, which can often feel like navigating a maze of rules and requirements. However, compliance sandboxes offer opportunities for innovation to stay ahead of the curve. This session explains the concept of compliance sandboxes, which is a controlled environment where regulators and industry experts co...
Introduction In this dynamic session, the speakers will explore virtual environments that are increasingly intertwined with our physical world, with a specific focus on metaverse, extended reality, and data spaces. They will also examine the latest trends, advancements, and regulatory challenges that face metaverse technologies, XR applications, and data space frameworks. In addition,...
The transfer of data across borders is essential to the functioning of the cross-border payments system. Market participants are subject to a range of laws, rules and regulatory requirements as well as technical data standards (“data frameworks”) that relate to transfer of data across borders. Enhancing the interaction between data frameworks and cross-border payments is a priority action to move forward the G20 Roadmap for Enhancing Cross-Border Payments, which aims to address th...
Introduction The speakers on this panel will embark on a comprehensive exploration of the diverse mechanisms available to safeguard data, such as Certification, Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC), Binding Corporate Rules (BCR), and Codes of Conduct (CC). With the use of digital technologies and cross-border data flows, organizations and professionals face mounting pressure to adapt sa...
Introduction The Internet was developed to interconnect servers, but with the Web, it quickly became a space for free and open communications. The Internet has also changed our world, by playing a central role in ensuring fundamental human rights such as freedom of expression. It is part of our modern economies and societies, but the paradigm of a free Internet is under pressure to ad...
Introduction While several mechanisms exist to support international data transfers, certification is characterized by a higher level of trustability. Contrary to SCCs, for instance, a certification relies on effective third-party audit and validation by qualified experts. It ensures that data is effectively adequately handled without having to cross borders. This session will discuss...
Introduction Dive into the dynamic realm of data protection compliance, where the only constant is change. In this session, the speakers will embark on a journey to further explore regulatory evolution, focusing on how compliance can be navigated while staying afloat in shifting tides. They will also unravel the complexities of regulatory frameworks, challenges, and strategies towards...
Introduction Supervisory Authorities play a crucial role in providing guidance and resources to facilitate compliance, and this session highlights their cutting-edge initiatives and tools to achieve that. The panel will unveil the latest innovative tools developed by these authorities to support compliance efforts and enhance regulatory transparency. Attendees will learn about ho...
Introduction With the proliferation of artificial intelligence technologies, challenges are inevitable to ensure that data practices comply with evolving legal requirements while utilizing the potential of AI innovation to the maximum capacity. With this session, the speakers will explore the integration of AI legal frameworks into data protection compliance programs.
Introduction This session sheds light on the practice of data scraping, its implications, and its role in today’s data-driven landscape. Data scraping, which is defined as the automated extraction of data from websites, APIs, and other online sources, has emerged as a common practice for data gathering across various industries, which raises many questions such as consent for secondar...
Introduction This session will discuss the interplay between data protection and economic development. It will try to move beyond position statements, to explore the facts and evidence of such interplay and potential trade-off. Is privacy limiting or accelerating economic development? What are the risks and economic impact on countries that do not provide high-level standards for...
Introduction In this compelling session, the speakers will explore the complexities surrounding the management of personal data belonging to moving people, such as migrants, travelers, and patients. Just like individuals cross borders, their personal data moves with them, raising significant challenges and opportunities for data protection. The speakers will focus on the multifaceted ...
Introduction As cities worldwide embrace innovative technologies to enhance sustainability and quality of life, it is important to include data protection principles in the fabric of urban development. In this session, high-level speakers will shed light on how smart cities and public administrations ensure data protection by design. They will also share lessons learned and good pract...