IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2025
by International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
The IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2025 is the world's largest gathering of privacy, artificial intelligence governance, and cybersecurity law professionals. Organized by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), this annual event brings together experts and practitioners to discuss the latest developments and challenges in the field.
The 2025 Summit focused on navigating the complexities introduced by new laws, regulations, and technological advancements. The agenda featured over 80 breakout sessions covering topics such as using live data to tune AI algorithms, user-centric privacy threat modeling, legislative updates from around the world, and strategies for protecting children's privacy.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage in various networking events, including large meetups and focused discussions, facilitating connections with peers and experts. The event also featured an expo hall showcasing the latest products and services in privacy and data protection. Notable keynote speakers included Sam Altman, CEO and Co-founder of OpenAI; Hans Peter Brøndmo, former CEO of Everyday Robots; and Jessica Lake, Senior Lecturer at Melbourne Law School.
The Summit is ideal for privacy professionals, AI governance experts, cybersecurity law practitioners, and anyone interested in digital responsibility. It offers a platform to stay informed about industry trends, gain insights from leading experts, and expand professional networks.
Speakers(10)
Alex Blania
CEO and Co-founder at Tools for Humanity
Alex Blania is the CEO and Co-founder of Tools for Humanity, focusing on developing technologies for societal benefit.
Catie Cuan
CEO at Zenie
Catie Cuan is the CEO of Zenie and a Postdoctoral Scientist at Stanford University, working on integrating robots into human society through dance.
Des Hogan
Commissioner at Data Protection Commission Ireland
Des Hogan is the Commissioner and Chairperson of the Irish Data Protection Commission, overseeing data protection regulations in Ireland.
Hans Peter Brøndmo
Former CEO at Everyday Robots
Hans Peter Brøndmo is the former CEO of Everyday Robots and former VP at Google X, exploring the integration of AI-powered robots into human life.
Jeffrey Ding
Assistant Professor at George Washington University
Jeffrey Ding is an Assistant Professor at George Washington University, researching the implications of AI on global power dynamics.
Jessica Lake
Senior Lecturer at Melbourne Law School
Jessica Lake is a Senior Lecturer at Melbourne Law School, researching the historical development of privacy rights.
Lawrence Lessig
Professor of Law and Leadership at Harvard Law School
Lawrence Lessig is the Roy L. Furman Professor of Law and Leadership at Harvard Law School, focusing on law and technology.
Melissa Holyoak
Commissioner at Federal Trade Commission
Melissa Holyoak serves as a Commissioner at the Federal Trade Commission, focusing on innovation and regulatory clarity.
Orin S. Kerr
Professor of Law at Stanford Law School
Orin Kerr is a Professor of Law at Stanford Law School, specializing in the Fourth Amendment in the digital age.
Sam Altman
CEO and Co-founder at OpenAI
Sam Altman is the CEO and Co-founder of OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research organization.
Event Details
- Date
- April 23-24, 2025
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Washington, DC
- Audience
- Privacy professionals, AI governance experts, cybersecurity law practitioners, digital responsibility stakeholders