International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners 2018
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(23)
Andrea Jelinek
Chair at European Data Protection Board
Andrea Jelinek is the Chair of the European Data Protection Board, coordinating data protection authorities across Europe.
Anita Allen
Professor of Law and Philosophy at University of Pennsylvania
Anita Allen is a leading philosopher and professor specializing in privacy law and ethics.
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.
Danilo Doneda
Professor at Brazil
Danilo Doneda is a Brazilian professor specializing in data protection and privacy law.
Felipe Harboe
Member of Parliament at Chile
Felipe Harboe is a Chilean politician and advocate for data protection legislation.
Giovanni Buttarelli
European Data Protection Supervisor at EDPS
Giovanni Buttarelli served as the European Data Protection Supervisor, advocating for privacy rights in the EU.
Guido Raimondi
President at European Court of Human Rights
Guido Raimondi served as the President of the European Court of Human Rights, focusing on human rights law.
Helen Dixon
Data Protection Commissioner at Ireland
Helen Dixon is the Data Protection Commissioner for Ireland, overseeing the enforcement of data protection laws.
Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin
Chair at International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners
Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin chaired the International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners.
Isabelle Vereecken
Head of Secretariat at European Data Protection Board
Isabelle Vereecken is the Head of the Secretariat for the European Data Protection Board.
Jagdish Singh Khehar
Former Chief Justice at Supreme Court of India
Jagdish Singh Khehar served as the 44th Chief Justice of India, known for his contributions to constitutional law.
Jaron Lanier
Computer Philosophy Writer
Jaron Lanier is a computer philosophy writer and pioneer in virtual reality technology.
Koen Lenaerts
President at European Court of Justice
Koen Lenaerts is the President of the European Court of Justice, specializing in EU law.
Margrethe Vestager
European Commissioner for Competition at European Commission
Margrethe Vestager is the European Commissioner for Competition, known for her work on digital market regulations.
Pascale Fung
Director at Centre for AI Research at HKUST
Pascale Fung is the Director of the Centre for AI Research at HKUST, focusing on ethical AI development.
Peter Hustinx
Former European Data Protection Supervisor at EDPS
Peter Hustinx served as the first European Data Protection Supervisor.
Rosa Barcelo
Deputy Head of Unit at European Commission
Rosa Barcelo is the Deputy Head of Unit for Data Protection at the European Commission.
Sir Tim Berners-Lee
Inventor of the World Wide Web
Sir Tim Berners-Lee is the inventor of the World Wide Web and a prominent advocate for internet privacy and open data.
Tim Cook
Chief Executive Officer at Apple
Tim Cook is the CEO of Apple, known for his strong stance on privacy and data protection.
Tristan Harris
Technologist
Tristan Harris is a technologist and advocate for ethical technology design.
V1bra Jourove1
European Commissioner for Justice at European Commission
V1bra Jourove1 is the European Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, overseeing data protection policies.
Ventislav Karadjov
Chairman at Commission for Personal Data Protection of Bulgaria
Ventislav Karadjov is the Chairman of the Bulgarian Commission for Personal Data Protection.
Wojciech Wiewif3rowski
Assistant Supervisor at EDPS
Wojciech Wiewif3rowski is the Assistant European Data Protection Supervisor.
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