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International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners 2018

by European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) and Bulgarian Commission for Personal Data Protection (CPDP)

The International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners (ICDPPC) is an annual global forum that brings together independent regulators to discuss and adopt resolutions on privacy, data protection, and freedom of information. The 40th edition of the conference was co-hosted by the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) and the Bulgarian Commission for Personal Data Protection (CPDP) from October 22 to 26, 2018, in Brussels, Belgium, and Sofia, Bulgaria.

The 2018 conference focused on the theme "Debating Ethics: Dignity and Respect in Data Driven Life," addressing the ethical dimensions of personal data processing in the digital era. Key topics included digital ethics, the impact of artificial intelligence on privacy, and the role of data protection authorities in upholding human dignity in a data-driven world.

The event featured a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Apple CEO Tim Cook, World Wide Web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee, and philosopher Anita Allen. The conference provided numerous networking opportunities, panel discussions, and side events, facilitating collaboration among data protection authorities, industry leaders, academics, and civil society representatives.

Professionals involved in data protection, privacy law, information security, and related fields would benefit from attending to stay informed about global trends, engage with experts, and contribute to the ongoing discourse on ethical data practices.

Speakers(43)

Andrea Jelinek

Chair at European Data Protection Board

Andrea Jelinek is the Chair of the European Data Protection Board, coordinating data protection authorities across the EU.

Anita Allen

Professor of Law and Philosophy at University of Pennsylvania

Anita Allen is a Professor of Law and Philosophy at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in privacy law and ethics.

Bruno Bioni

Legal Counsel at NIC.br, Brazil

Bruno Bioni is the Legal Counsel for NIC.br in Brazil, focusing on internet governance and data protection.

Bruno Gencarelli

Head of International Data Flows and Protection Unit at European Commission

Bruno Gencarelli leads the International Data Flows and Protection Unit at the European Commission.

Catherine De Bolle

Executive Director at Europol

Catherine De Bolle is the Executive Director of Europol, leading the EU's law enforcement agency.

Cristina Angela Gulisano

Director at Danish Data Protection Agency

Cristina Angela Gulisano is the Director of the Danish Data Protection Agency, responsible for data protection oversight in Denmark.

Daniel Therrien

Privacy Commissioner at Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Daniel Therrien serves as Canada's Privacy Commissioner, overseeing privacy laws and regulations.

Danilo Doneda

Professor at Brazil

Danilo Doneda is a Professor in Brazil, specializing in data protection and privacy law.

Elizabeth Denham

Information Commissioner at UK Information Commissioner's Office

Elizabeth Denham is the UK Information Commissioner, responsible for upholding information rights in the public interest.

Felipe Harboe

Member of Parliament at Chile

Felipe Harboe is a Member of Parliament in Chile, involved in legislative matters concerning data protection.

Event Details

Date
October 24, 2018
Location
🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
European Parliament Hemicycle
Audience
Data protection authorities, privacy professionals, legal experts, academics, industry leaders, civil society representatives
Attendees
Over 1,100 delegates from 85 countries

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