Introduction Democratic societies must address dual obligations: to protect their population and to preserve the fundamental rights of their citizens. They seek to balance national security interests wit...

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 In democratic societies, the protection of individuals’ privacy is closely connected to the preservation of civil liberties, which in turn highlights the essential role that privacy rights play in sustaining democratic principles and fostering civic engagement. This enriching session will focus on the multifaceted ways in which privacy and democracy intersect, shaping the...

Introduction The revised Convention 108 of the Council of Europe is being ratified by a growing number of countries. It will soon reach the required threshold to trigger the entry into force of the convention, as well as bring a paradigm shift in the landscape of global data governance. This session will discuss the key implications of this treaty, in addition to its role in shaping t...

Location: Scuola Grande di San RoccoIntroduction Privacy and democracy are pillars of modern society, both of which shape the contours of individual freedoms, social values, and governance structures. This session will focus on perspectives regarding privacy and democracy, by giving the floor to several authorities and high-level spea...

Introduction While data protection regulations are adopted by a growing number of countries, there are some divergences in their adoption. Some jurisdictions also question the universal nature of the rig...

The adequacy requirement plays a significant role in EU data protection law. The third country must provide adequate data protection to make personal data transfer free, i.e., treat the transfer as if it happens within the EU. A third country must pass the assessment conducted by the European Commission to do so. The doctrine describes the assessment as not transparent enough and influenced by the political background. There are few...

Introduction This session will wrap up the track on privacy and democracy, by reflecting on the key insights, trends, and challenges discussed over the course of the sessions on privacy and democracy.  Key questions and objectives What is the main takeaway on privacy and de...

Introduction This Welcome Reception invites you to discover the Privacy MelodIA: An original musical composition on data protection, performed in an outstanding setting and surrounded by the largest collection of Tintoretto’s paintings. 

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. ...

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 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 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 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 ...