Europol Data Protection Expert Network (EDEN) Conference

The Europol Data Protection Expert Network (EDEN) Conference is an annual event organized by Europol, focusing on data protection and cybersecurity within law enforcement. The 17th EDEN Conference is scheduled for September 22-23, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. This conference aims to explore the practical implementation of EU data protection rules in the law enforcement sector and address challenges arising from developments in policing, society, and the evolving criminal landscape. It brings together law enforcement officials, data protection officers, EU officials, academics, NGOs, and private sector representatives to discuss privacy challenges in policing. (fra.europa.eu)

The 17th EDEN Conference will feature keynote speeches from prominent figures, including Jürgen Ebner, Acting Executive Director of Governance at Europol, and Wojciech Wiewiorowski, European Data Protection Supervisor. The conference will also host panels on topics such as "Don’t Lose Your Head in the Cloud!" focusing on safeguarding EU sovereignty through data protection and cybersecurity in law enforcement, and "Violent Nihilistic Tendencies," addressing the challenges posed by emerging online networks. These sessions aim to provide insights into the intersection of law enforcement, data protection, and cybersecurity. (era.int)

The conference offers networking opportunities for participants to engage with experts and peers in the field. While specific details about the expo hall and notable speakers are not provided, the event is expected to feature discussions on data retention, body cameras, artificial intelligence, big data, and the role of Data Protection Officers in supervising data protection within law enforcement.

The EDEN Conference is designed for law enforcement officials, data protection officers, members of Europol's Data Protection Experts Network (EDEN), data protection professionals in the private and public sectors, lawyers, and academics. It provides a platform for sharing knowledge, best practices, and discussing the challenges and developments in data protection within law enforcement. (europol.europa.eu)