Securing Innovation in a Geopolitically Tense World: Balancing Innovation, Regulation and Human Rights

Black Box stage

Speakers
Liisa-Ly Pakosta

Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs

Estonia

Mercy Wanjau

Secretary to the Cabinet

Republic of Kenya

Nomi Bar-Yaacov

International Human Rights Lawyer, Negotiator and Associate Fellow

Chatham House

Agnieszka Bruyère

Vice President of Cloud Growth and Public Sector

Oracle Corporation

Kristen Davis

CEO and Founder

CinqC

In an era shaped by unprecedented global challenges, from geopolitical tensions to environmental imperatives, the need for accelerated innovation has never been more pressing. Yet, this pursuit of progress takes place within a complex landscape where technological advancement must be carefully balanced with the fundamental rights and dignity of citizens worldwide.

This panel convenes at a pivotal moment to explore how nations and regions across the globe can drive transformative innovation while safeguarding human rights and dignity in an interconnected world. The discussion will delve into the evolving landscape of technology regulation, drawing lessons from existing frameworks and envisioning bold new approaches for the future.

Key topics will include the future of technology regulation, insights from current frameworks, and the transformative policies leaders should adopt to foster an environment where innovation flourishes without compromising the rights of citizens.