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March 5, 2025 |
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Privacy in a Post-Cookie World: Strategies for Compliance and Customer Trust
10:00am - 10:30am
Since third-party cookies are phased out, businesses must adapt to new privacy regulations and changing consumer expectations. This session will explore strategies for maintaining compliance with evolving privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA, while also fostering customer trust through transparent data practices, consent management, and privacy-by-design approaches.
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- Nish Imthiyaz, Global Legal Counsel – Privacy, AI and Digital Regulations, Vodafone
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| 10:15 |
| 10:30 |
Data Sovereignty and Cross-Border Challenges in 2025: Preparing for a Fragmented World
10:30am - 11:00am
Data privacy regulations are becoming increasingly fragmented across regions, organisations face complex challenges in managing data flow and ensuring compliance with local laws like GDPR, CCPA, and China's PIPL. This session will explore the evolving landscape of data sovereignty, focusing on the practical implications of cross-border data transfers and strategies for navigating a patchwork of regulations.
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| 10:45 |
| 11:00 |
Transforming GRC: How AI is Revolutionising the Role of Compliance
11:00am - 11:30am
AI is changing the way Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) teams work. Using AI, assurance teams can move beyond satisfying compliance and regulatory requirements to delivering business and strategic risk insights that inform organizational strategy. Join us for an engaging discussion on the impact of AI on Audit, Risk, InfoSec and Sustainability and the practical steps your organization can take to keep up with this quickly evolving technology.
Learning Objectives:
In this webinar we’ll explore the
- Foundational work organizations need to engage in to unlock the value of AI
- Real-world use-cases and impact of existing and near-term AI capabilities, and
- Long-term implications for the evolving role of GRC profession
Moderator
Panellist
- Hasan Ali, Founder and Leader, EY Risk Innovation Hub
- Anton Dam, VP of Engineering for Data, AI/ML, AuditBoard
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| 11:15 |
| 11:30 |
Securing the Internet of Things (IoT): Managing Risks in a Hyperconnected World
11:30am - 12:00pm
The rapid expansion of IoT devices presents significant security risks, from unauthorized access to data breaches and system vulnerabilities. This session will examine the unique challenges of securing IoT in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and smart cities, where connected devices are integral to daily operations.
Moderator
- Susanne Bitter, Head of Regional Strategic Alliances, Cyber Security Forum Initiative
Speakers
- Serjesh Sharma, ADAS Machine learning Operations (MLOps), Ford Motor Company
- Dr Ameer Al-Nemrat, Senior Lecturer and researcher in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics, University of East London
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| 12:45 |
| 12:00 |
The Human Firewall: Cultivating a Cybersecurity-First Culture
12:00pm - 12:30pm
In the fight against cyber threats, employees are often the first line of defense. This session will explore the critical role of cultivating a cybersecurity-first culture within organisations to empower employees as active participants in securing sensitive data and systems.
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Panellists
- Simon Pillinger, Head of Governance, Ethics, and PPI (DPO), Akrivia Health
- Marilia Aires, Legal Counsel and Data Protection Officer, Nova Compliance Lab
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| 12:15 |
| 12:30 |
Session To Be Announced
12:30pm - 1:00pm
More info soon!
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| 12:45 |
| 1:00 |
The Business Case for Audit & Risk Management Software: Driving Efficiency and Compliance
1:00pm - 1:30pm
With the growing complexity of regulatory environments and evolving risks, adopting audit and risk management software has become a strategic necessity for organisations. This panel will explore how businesses can build a compelling case for investing in these solutions, emphasizing their role in enhancing operational efficiency, improving risk visibility, and ensuring compliance.
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| 1:15 |
| 1:30 |
Managing Risk Amid Trade Wars and Tariffs: Strategies for Resilience
1:30pm - 2:00pm
Trade wars and shifting tariff policies have become significant disruptors for global businesses, creating risks that impact supply chains, pricing strategies, and market access. This panel will explore how organisations can effectively manage these uncertainties, assess the financial and operational risks associated with international trade tensions, and develop adaptive strategies to stay competitive.
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| 1:45 |
| 2:00 |
Session To Be Announced
2:00pm - 2:30pm
More info soon!
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| 2:15 |
| 2:30 |
Scaling AI Without Scaling Risk: Strategies for Sustainable Growth
2:30pm - 3:00pm
Organisations globally are racing to scale AI solutions and face a complex web of risks, including ethical concerns, data privacy issues, security vulnerabilities, and operational instability. This panel brings together experts from AI development, governance, and risk management to explore how businesses can deploy AI at scale while safeguarding their reputation, customers, and bottom line.
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| 2:45 |
| 3:00 |
China, Deepseek, and the AI Race: Balancing Innovation and Risk
3:00pm - 3:30pm
As China speeds up its AI ambitions with groundbreaking initiatives like Deepseek, the global landscape is presented with both unprecedented opportunities and notable risks. This panel brings together experts to delve into the implications of China's rapid AI advancements and their effects on global competition, regulatory frameworks, and security.
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| 3:15 |
| 3:30 |
Session To Be Announced
3:30pm - 4:00pm
More info soon!
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| 3:45 |
| 4:00 |
RegTech 2.0: Beyond Compliance to Strategic Risk Management
4:00pm - 4:30pm
RegTech continues to evolve, it’s no longer just about compliance—it’s about enhancing risk management strategies. This session will explore how the next generation of RegTech tools is transforming the way organisations approach both compliance and risk, using advanced technologies like AI, machine learning, and blockchain.
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| 4:15 |
| 4:30 |
Steering Through the Digital Storm: Managing IT Risks in a Fast-Evolving Landscape
1:00pm - 1:30pm
In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses must navigate an ever-changing landscape of IT risks, from cyberattacks to data breaches and regulatory compliance challenges. This session will focus on strategies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating IT risks in a rapidly evolving technological environment.
Moderator
- Yasmin Hinds, Global Privacy Director and Legal Counsel, Pontoon
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| 1:15 |
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