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Privacy and Digital Rights in the Time of COVID-19; Apps & Beyond

by UK Internet Governance Forum

The UK Internet Governance Forum (UK IGF) is the national Internet Governance Forum for the United Kingdom, providing a platform for industry, government, academia, and civil society to engage in discussions on internet governance issues. In September 2020, the UK IGF hosted a session titled "Privacy and Digital Rights in the Time of COVID-19; Apps & Beyond," led by Professor Lilian Edwards, Chair of Law, Innovation and Society at Newcastle University.

This session focused on the impact of COVID-19 on privacy and digital rights, examining state-sponsored contact tracing apps, extended private sector surveillance in workplaces and campuses, and the emergence of digital health IDs. Discussions addressed the legal and ethical implications of these technologies, including data protection, user consent, and potential discrimination.

The event featured notable speakers such as Professor Lilian Edwards, who provided insights into the challenges posed by pandemic-related surveillance technologies and their effects on individual rights. The session offered opportunities for networking and in-depth discussions among participants interested in the intersection of technology, law, and human rights.

This session was particularly relevant for legal professionals, policymakers, technologists, and academics concerned with privacy, data protection, and digital rights. Attendees gained a comprehensive understanding of the evolving landscape of digital surveillance during the pandemic and its broader implications for society.

Speakers(25)

Anriette Esterhuysen

Commissioner at Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace

Anriette Esterhuysen serves as a Commissioner on the Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace and has a background in advocating for digital rights and inclusion.

Atif Choudhury

Chief Executive at Diversity and Ability

Atif Choudhury is the Chief Executive of Diversity and Ability, an organization promoting inclusion and accessibility.

Ben Bradley

Member of Parliament at UK Parliament

Ben Bradley is a Member of Parliament involved in discussions on internet governance.

Bryn Robinson-Morgan

Vice President of Product Management, Digital Identity at Mastercard

Bryn Robinson-Morgan is the Vice President of Product Management for Digital Identity at Mastercard.

Carly Kind

Director at Ada Lovelace Institute

Carly Kind is the Director of the Ada Lovelace Institute, an independent research body focused on ensuring data and AI work for people and society. She is a human rights lawyer with expertise in technology policy and digital rights.

Carole Bayle

Director at Thales

Carole Bayle is a Director at Thales, focusing on digital identity solutions.

Chi Onwurah

Member of Parliament at UK Parliament

Chi Onwurah is a Member of Parliament and the Shadow Digital Minister, focusing on digital policy and inclusion.

Dr Brent Mittelstadt

Senior Research Fellow and British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow at Oxford Internet Institute

Dr Brent Mittelstadt is a Senior Research Fellow in data ethics at the Oxford Internet Institute, focusing on data ethics, bioethics, data protection law, and governance of complex algorithmic systems.

Dr Edgar Whitley

Associate Professor at London School of Economics

Dr Edgar Whitley is an Associate Professor at LSE, specializing in information systems and digital identity.

Dr Mahlet (Milly) Zimeta

Head of Public Policy at Open Data Institute

Dr Mahlet (Milly) Zimeta is the Head of Public Policy at the Open Data Institute, focusing on building an open, trustworthy data ecosystem. She has a background in data governance and policy.

Event Details

Date
September 1, 2020
Location
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Pricing
Free
Audience
Legal professionals, policymakers, technologists, academics

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