Thank you to everyone who joined us for #RISK Digital North America! We had a fantastic day of insightful discussions and expert perspectives on the evolving risk and compliance challenges facing US businesses.
If you missed any sessions, or want to revisit key takeaways, we’ve got you covered. All sessions are now available on-demand. Below, you’ll find a brief summary of each session to help you quickly find the content most relevant to you, along with the video to watch the full recording.
Opening Remarks: How Geopolitics is Reshaping Risk & Compliance; Navigating Uncertainty; 2025 Forecast
Christopher Mason (Infortal Worldwide) kicked off the event with a powerful overview of how global elections and geopolitical shifts are impacting risk strategies. He discussed the need for risk teams to be agile and proactive in adapting to a rapidly changing landscape, and provided key predictions and strategic insights to help organizations stay ahead in 2025. This session provides a crucial high-level context for the rest of the day’s discussions.
Data Privacy in the Crosshairs: Navigating US Regulatory Developments and Enforcement Actions
This session, moderated by Mandy Lit, with speakers Michael Whitbread (Littler) and Joseph Gridley (University of Maryland), dived deep into the evolving US data privacy landscape. The panel explored recent regulatory developments and enforcement actions, providing practical guidance for businesses navigating this complex and increasingly critical area. This is a must-watch for any organization handling personal data.
The AI-Crypto Nexus: Risks for US Businesses
Caro Robson moderated this fascinating exploration of the intersection of AI and cryptocurrencies. Olga Kozak-Anlar (Robinhood) and René Clayton (Byte Strategy) discussed the unique risks and opportunities presented by the convergence of these transformative technologies. The session provided valuable insights into how AI and crypto are impacting each other and what it means for businesses across various sectors.
AI Governance
Bryan Ilg, provides viewers with a comprehensive overview of AI Governance. Including the increasing investment into AI Governance and a gap analysis framework. Also highlighting several common AI risk examples.
EU Regulations as a Strategic Compass for US Companies
Michael Rasmussen led a panel discussion with Ryan Carrier (For Humanity) and Robert McBlain (Thoughtworks) on the strategic importance of EU regulations for US companies. The panel explored the fundamental differences between US and EU regulatory approaches (principles-based vs. checklist-based), the concept of “defensible compliance,” and the global impact of EU regulations like GDPR and the AI Act. This session provides a critical perspective for US businesses operating internationally or looking to expand globally.
We hope you find these on-demand sessions valuable. Stay tuned for future #RISK Digital North America, series 3, April 2025.
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