Maine Law 2020 Information Privacy in Practice Conference

The Information Privacy in Practice Conference is an annual event organized by the University of Maine School of Law's Center for Law + Innovation. In 2020, the conference was held virtually on May 29 as part of the eleventh annual Information Privacy Summer Institute, offering courses taught by leading privacy professionals.

The 2020 conference focused on pressing issues such as privacy challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, the emergence of artificial intelligence technologies, and the development of regulatory frameworks for AI and big data. Panels addressed topics like employment, health, and location privacy concerns, as well as ethical and data protection issues stemming from AI applications in various industries.

Notable sessions included "Emergence of Artificial Intelligence Technologies," chaired by Matt Stein, and "Emerging Regulatory Frameworks for Artificial Intelligence Technologies and Big Data," chaired by Vivek Rao. These panels featured discussions on current and planned AI applications, ethical considerations, and regulatory proposals in the U.S. and EU.

The conference was designed for J.D. students, existing attorneys seeking Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, and professionals from the business community interested in privacy and information security law. It provided a platform for attendees to engage with experts, stay informed on evolving privacy issues, and enhance their professional development.