Cross-regulatory interplay and cooperation in the EU: a data protection perspective
The "Cross-regulatory interplay and cooperation in the EU: a data protection perspective" conference was held on March 17, 2026, at the Borschette Center in Brussels. Organized by the European Data Protection Board (EDPB), the event aimed to explore the interdependence of various regulatory frameworks within the European Union, particularly focusing on data protection, competition law, digital platform regulation, and digital market supervision.
The conference featured three main panels:
- **Panel 1: Data protection and competition: how to reap the synergies**
- **Panel 2: DMA and GDPR: a relationship of complementarity**
- **Panel 3: DSA and GDPR: how they interact in practice**
These sessions delved into the interactions between different legal regimes and supervisory authorities, emphasizing the importance of consistent interpretation and effective cooperation between enforcement bodies at both EU and Member State levels.
Keynote speeches were delivered by Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission, and Javier Zarzalejos, Member of the European Parliament and Chair of the LIBE Committee. The event also provided networking opportunities, allowing participants to engage with experts from EU institutions, regulatory authorities, academia, and the private sector.
This conference was particularly relevant for professionals involved in data protection, competition law, digital platform regulation, and digital market supervision, offering insights into the evolving EU digital regulations and the importance of cross-regulatory cooperation.
Speakers(9)
Anu Talus
Chair of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB)
Anu Talus serves as the Chair of the European Data Protection Board, overseeing its strategic direction and initiatives.
Aymeric Pontvianne
Chief Economist at the French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) at CNIL
Aymeric Pontvianne is the Chief Economist at the French Data Protection Authority, coordinating the EDPB’s Cross-Regulatory Interplay and Cooperation Expert Subgroup.
Claudia Berg
Partner at Covington & Burling LLP
Claudia Berg is a Partner at Covington & Burling LLP’s London Office, specializing in data protection and privacy law.
Henna Virkkunen
Executive Vice-President, Commissioner for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy at European Commission
Henna Virkkunen serves as the Executive Vice-President and Commissioner for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy at the European Commission.
Javier Zarzalejos
Member of the European Parliament, Chair of the LIBE Committee at European Parliament
Javier Zarzalejos is a Member of the European Parliament and Chair of the LIBE Committee.
Katarzyna Prusak-Górniak
Head of Digital Unit at Permanent Representation of the Republic of Poland to the EU in Brussels
Katarzyna Prusak-Górniak heads the Digital Unit at the Permanent Representation of Poland to the EU in Brussels.
Massimiliano Kadar
Head of Unit, European Competition Network and Private Enforcement at DG COMP, European Commission
Massimiliano Kadar leads the European Competition Network and Private Enforcement Unit at the European Commission's Directorate-General for Competition.
Sebastião Barros Vale
Legal Officer 'Policy & Legislative Consultation' at European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS)
Sebastião Barros Vale is a Legal Officer in Policy & Legislative Consultation at the EDPS and coordinates the EDPB’s Cross-Regulatory Interplay and Cooperation Expert Subgroup.
Wolfgang Kerber
Senior Professor at the Faculty of Law and Economics at University of Bonn
Wolfgang Kerber is a Senior Professor at the Faculty of Law and Economics at the University of Bonn, Germany.
Event Details
- Date
- March 17, 2026
- Location
- 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium
- Borschette Center
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Professionals in data protection, competition law, digital platform regulation, and digital market supervision.
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
- Attendees
- Not specified