Scope
In today's interconnected digital world, safeguarding individual privacy and responsible data management have become paramount. This comprehensive workshop delves into key facets of data privacy and governance, offering participants a holistic perspective on navigating the complex terrain of modern data practices. From the criticality of obtaining explicit consent and adhering to regulations like the GDPR to harnessing privacy-enhancing technologies for valuable insights, each topic underscores the delicate balance between innovation and protection. Participants will explore the challenges posed by emerging technologies, cross-border data transfers, and the intricacies of blockchain privacy. This workshop also sheds light on the EU AI Act and underscores the foundational importance of data governance. Ultimately, this workshop equips attendees with the knowledge and tools to navigate the intricate landscape of data protection, enabling them to leverage data-driven advancements while upholding individual rights and regulatory compliance.
Data privacy and protection have emerged as paramount concerns for individuals, organizations, and governments in the rapidly evolving technology landscape. This workshop aims to comprehensively discuss various pivotal topics related to data privacy, consent management, and regulatory compliance. By addressing the significance of these themes, the workshop seeks to equip participants with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with data protection in today's interconnected world.
Topics of interest
Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):
• Consent Management
• GDPR and Subject's Data Processing
• Smart Cities and Data Protection
• Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs), Anonymization and Pseudonymization
• Cross-Border Data Transfer Approaches and Solutions
• Emerging Technologies Compliance with Data Protection Regulation
• Privacy in Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology
• Data Governance
• Access Control and Authentication
• Privacy by Design: Strategies and Frameworks
• GDPR and Beyond: Global Data Privacy Regulations
• Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Ethical Considerations in Data Privacy
• Privacy-Preserving Data Analytics
• Secure Data Sharing in the Age of Big Data
• Blockchain and Privacy: Opportunities and Challenges
• Privacy in Cloud Computing Environments
• User-Centric Data Privacy Solutions
• Data Breach Detection and Response Strategies
• Privacy in Healthcare Data: HIPAA and Beyond
• Privacy in Financial Services: Regulatory Compliance
• Privacy in Social Media and Online Communities
• Privacy in Autonomous Vehicles and Smart Cities
• Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Synergies
• Data Privacy Audits and Accountability
• Privacy & Security in Large Language Models & Digital Twins
Organizing Committee
· Mansoor Ahmed — Innovative Value Institute, Maynooth University, Maynooth, Ireland.
· Muhammad Irfan Khalid — Department of Information Systems, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway.
Program Committee
- Tehreem Ashfaq — City St George’s, University of London, UK
- Arooj Arif — Northeastern University London, UK
- Afshan Naseem — Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia
- Nadeem Yaqub — Beijing University of Technology, China
- Umair Yousuf — Department of Computer Science, University of Calabria, Italy
- Aamir Anwar — School of Computing, Department of Computer Science and Information Systems, University of Portsmouth, UK
- Azra Aryania — Innovation Value Institute, Maynooth University, Ireland
- Imtiaz Hussain — Department of Computer Science, University of Management and Technology, Sialkot, Pakistan
- Saif Ur Rehman Malik — School of Computer Science and Statistics, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
- Sardar Waqar Khan — Department of Artificial Intelligence, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
- Muhammad Farhan Safdar — Warsaw University of Technology, Poland
- Sara Sameen — PIEAS University, Islamabad, Pakistan
