The RAID Conference 2023, held on September 26, 2023, at the Stanhope Hotel in Brussels, focused on "Collaborative Regulation: Getting ahead of the AI curve." Organized by The Internet Commission, the event aimed to balance technological innovation with regulation amidst globalization and rapid technological advancements.
The conference gathered legislators, regulators, and policy experts to discuss frameworks for regulation, legislation, innovation, and international cooperation. A notable panel titled "Consumer Protection & Fairness" featured discussions on virtual identity, age assurance, aligning international standards on digital safety, content moderation versus free speech, and user redress mechanisms.
While specific details about networking opportunities and notable speakers are not provided, the event emphasized the importance of trust in the digital sector, highlighting its role in fostering innovation and collaboration.
The RAID Conference 2023 was designed for policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, and stakeholders interested in the intersection of technology and regulation, offering insights into managing technological advancements responsibly.
Speakers(15)
Alberto Bacchiega
Director of the Digital Platforms DG at the European Commission at European Commission
Alberto Bacchiega is the Director of the Digital Platforms DG at the European Commission, emphasizing the importance of competition in the digital sector.
Anna Buchta
Head of the Policy & Consultation Unit at the European Data Protection Supervisor at European Data Protection Supervisor
Anna Buchta is the Head of the Policy & Consultation Unit at the European Data Protection Supervisor, discussing the EU’s approach to international data transfers.
Dragoş Tudorache
Member of the European Parliament at European Parliament
Dragoş Tudorache is a Member of the European Parliament, emphasizing the need for international cooperation in AI regulation.
Elizabeth Kelly
Special Assistant to the President at the White House National Economic Council at White House National Economic Council
Elizabeth Kelly serves as the Special Assistant to the President at the White House National Economic Council, addressing how governments can collaborate to harness the opportunities and mitigate the risks of emerging technologies.
Henrik Trasberg
Legal Advisor on AI and New Technologies at the Estonian Ministry of Justice at Estonian Ministry of Justice
Henrik Trasberg is a Legal Advisor on AI and New Technologies at the Estonian Ministry of Justice and a lecturer in intellectual property law at the University of Tartu.
Jean-Pierre Raffarin
Former Prime Minister of France at N/A
Jean-Pierre Raffarin is the former Prime Minister of France, discussing approaches to regulating AI and emerging technologies.
Joanna Conway
Partner at Deloitte Internet Regulation at Deloitte
Joanna Conway is a Partner at Deloitte Internet Regulation, addressing challenges in consumer protection and fairness in the digital landscape.
Julie Brill
Chief Privacy Officer at Microsoft and former FTC Commissioner at Microsoft
Julie Brill is the Chief Privacy Officer at Microsoft and a former FTC Commissioner, discussing practical considerations in regulating AI technology.
Kasper Drążewski
Senior Legal Officer at BEUC at BEUC
Kasper Drążewski is a Senior Legal Officer at BEUC, discussing the ethics of data processing in personalizing online content.
Katherine Harman-Stokes
Acting Director of the US Office of Privacy and Civil Liberties at US Office of Privacy and Civil Liberties
Katherine Harman-Stokes is the Acting Director of the US Office of Privacy and Civil Liberties, discussing global developments in international data transfers.
Mathieu Michel
Secretary of State for Digitisation at Belgian Government
Mathieu Michel is the Secretary of State for Digitisation in the Belgian Government, discussing tech policy and governance.
Mounîm A. El-Yacoubi
Director of Studies, Department of Electronics and Physics at Telecom Sud Paris at Telecom Sud Paris
Mounîm A. El-Yacoubi is a professor at Institut Polytechnique de Paris & Institut Mines Telecom, with research interests in AI, machine learning, and pattern recognition.
Ulrich Ahle
CEO of Gaia-X at Gaia-X
Ulrich Ahle is the CEO of Gaia-X, a reputed executive in the IT sector with experience in system integration and data spaces.
Vera Jourová
Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Values and Transparency at European Commission
Vera Jourová is the Vice-President of the European Commission responsible for Values and Transparency, focusing on ensuring the protection of fundamental rights while encouraging innovation.
Wojciech Wiewiórowski
European Data Protection Supervisor at European Data Protection Supervisor
Wojciech Wiewiórowski is the European Data Protection Supervisor, discussing approaches to data protection in a fast-moving world.
Event Details
- Date
- September 29, 2023
- Location
- 🇧🇪 London, Belgium
- Stanhope Hotel
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, stakeholders
- Attendees
- Not specified