Alain Herrmann
Alain Herrmann has been a pivotal figure at Luxembourg's Data Protection Authority, the Commission Nationale pour la Protection des Données (CNPD), since 2012. In 2021, he was appointed Commissioner, leading the Investigations and Compliance Departments. In this role, he oversees certifications, codes of conduct, international transfers, EU large-scale information systems audits, artificial intelligence, innovation, and digital tools.
Currently, Alain is particularly focused on preparing the CNPD to undertake its new missions related to the AI Act and the Data Governance Act.
Alain possesses an excellent understanding of the national, European, and international data protection ecosystems.
Sessions in which Alain Herrmann participates
Monday 12 May, 2025
AI systems are becoming more integrated into critical decision-making processes, which makes questions of liability and accountability more pressing than ever. If an AI-based decision goes wrong, who is responsible? This session will unite experts from Meta, Italian Institute for Privacy and Data Valorisation, AI Law Tech Institute, SGS, and CNPD to explore the evolving frameworks for AI liability and the role of certification in building respons...
Tuesday 13 May, 2025
Thursday 15 May, 2025
Distinguished speakers will come together in this session to explore how data protection standards can be harmonized across regions, as the need for convergence and interoperability is more urgent than ever. They will dive into the obstacles and opportunities of creating a truly interconnected certification landscape. ...