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(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.
Florence Raynal
Head of European and International Affairs Department at CNIL, France
Florence Raynal leads the European and International Affairs Department at CNIL, France's data protection authority.
Giovanni Buttarelli
European Data Protection Supervisor
Giovanni Buttarelli served as the European Data Protection Supervisor, focusing on privacy and data protection issues within the EU.
Guido Raimondi
President at European Court of Human Rights
Guido Raimondi is the President of the European Court of Human Rights, overseeing human rights jurisprudence in Europe.
Helen Dixon
Data Protection Commissioner at Ireland
Helen Dixon is the Data Protection Commissioner for Ireland, responsible for enforcing data protection laws.
Hiroshi Miyashita
Associate Professor at Chuo University, Japan
Hiroshi Miyashita is an Associate Professor at Chuo University in Japan, specializing in data protection law.
Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin
President at CNIL, France
Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin is the President of CNIL, France's data protection authority.
Isabelle Vereecken
Head of Secretariat at European Data Protection Board
Isabelle Vereecken is the Head of Secretariat at the European Data Protection Board, coordinating its activities.
Jagdish Singh Khehar
44th Chief Justice of India
Jagdish Singh Khehar was the 44th Chief Justice of India, noted for his contributions to Indian jurisprudence.
Jaron Lanier
Computer Philosophy Writer
Jaron Lanier is a computer philosophy writer and pioneer in virtual reality technology.
Jean-Philippe Walter
Data Protection Commissioner at Council of Europe
Jean-Philippe Walter is the Data Protection Commissioner at the Council of Europe, overseeing data protection policies.
Joan Antokol
Managing Partner at Park Legal LLC
Joan Antokol is the Managing Partner at Park Legal LLC, specializing in privacy and data protection law.
Joe Cannataci
Special Rapporteur on the right to privacy at United Nations
Joe Cannataci is the UN Special Rapporteur on the right to privacy, focusing on privacy issues worldwide.
Julie Brill
Corporate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Microsoft
Julie Brill is the Corporate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Microsoft, focusing on privacy and regulatory affairs.
King Felipe VI
King at Spain
King Felipe VI is the reigning monarch of Spain, delivering a message to the conference via video.
Koen Lenaerts
President at European Court of Justice
Koen Lenaerts is the President of the European Court of Justice, leading the EU's highest court in matters of EU law.
Ludmila Georgieva
Co-Chair HWP Cyber Issues, Co-Chair DAPIX (Data Protection) at Permanent Representation of Austria to the EU
Ludmila Georgieva co-chairs the HWP Cyber Issues and DAPIX groups at the Permanent Representation of Austria to the EU, focusing on data protection policies.
Margrethe Vestager
European Commissioner for Competition at European Commission
Margrethe Vestager is the European Commissioner for Competition, known for her work on antitrust cases in the tech industry.
Mark Zuckerberg
Chief Executive Officer at Facebook
Mark Zuckerberg is the CEO of Facebook, contributing to the conference via a video message.
Masao Horibe
Chairman at Personal Information Protection Commission, Japan
Masao Horibe is the Chairman of Japan's Personal Information Protection Commission, overseeing data protection in Japan.
Pansy Tlakula
Chairperson at Information Regulator of South Africa
Pansy Tlakula is the Chairperson of South Africa's Information Regulator, focusing on data protection and access to information.
Pascale Fung
Technologist
Pascale Fung is a technologist known for her work in artificial intelligence and ethics.
Peter Hustinx
Former European Data Protection Supervisor at EDPS
Peter Hustinx served as the first European Data Protection Supervisor.
Raymund Liboro
Privacy Commissioner at National Privacy Commission of the Philippines
Raymund Liboro is the Privacy Commissioner of the Philippines, advocating for data protection and privacy rights.
Sir Tim Berners-Lee
Director at World Wide Web Consortium
Sir Tim Berners-Lee is the inventor of the World Wide Web and Director of the World Wide Web Consortium.
Sundar Pichai
Chief Executive Officer at Google
Sundar Pichai is the CEO of Google, addressing the conference through a video message.
Tamar Kaldani
Personal Data Protection Inspector at Georgia
Tamar Kaldani serves as the Personal Data Protection Inspector for Georgia, overseeing data protection compliance.
Tim Cook
Chief Executive Officer at Apple Inc.
Tim Cook is the CEO of Apple Inc., known for his strong advocacy for user privacy and data protection.
Tristan Harris
Technologist
Tristan Harris is a technologist and advocate for ethical technology design.
Ventislav Karadjov
Chairman at Commission for Personal Data Protection of the Republic of Bulgaria
Ventislav Karadjov is the chairman of Bulgaria's data protection authority and co-host of the 2018 conference.
Ventsislav Karadjov
Chairman at Bulgarian Commission for Personal Data Protection
Ventsislav Karadjov is the Chairman of the Bulgarian Commission for Personal Data Protection, co-hosting the 2018 conference.
Věra Jourová
Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality at European Commission
Věra Jourová serves as the European Commissioner for Justice, Consumers and Gender Equality, overseeing data protection policies.
Wojciech Wiewif3rowski
Assistant Supervisor at EDPS
Wojciech Wiewif3rowski is the Assistant European Data Protection Supervisor.
Wojciech Wiewiórowski
Assistant Supervisor at European Data Protection Supervisor
Wojciech Wiewiórowski serves as the Assistant Supervisor at the European Data Protection Supervisor's office.
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