2025 European Conference Agenda

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We will be continuing the recently added New Attendee Orientation in London! Join ITechLaw Ambassadors for a quick rundown on ITechLaw conference need to know info and meet the Ambassadors team. This session will have a brief welcome, and conclude with a short networking session. Attendees are encouraged to attend the Substantive Law Committee (SLC) sessions which will begin immediately following the New Attendee Orientation.

• Jennifer Davidson, Deeth Williams Wall, Canada
• Johannes Juranek, CMS, Austria
• Sheena Jacob, CMS, Asia

• Matt Flynn, Bennett Jones LLP, Canada
• Kasia Szczudlik, Schoenherr, Poland
• Katharina Lasota Heller, LEXcellence AG, Switzerland

• Dr. Anna Maria Mandalari, Assistant Professor at University College, UK
• Giuseppe Vaciago, 42 Law Firm, Italy
• Roland Mathys, Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd, Switzerland

• Axel Anderl, DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Austria
• Astrid Luedtke, Heuking Kühn Lüer Wojtek, Germany

Overview of the activities, projects and strategy of the AI committee, Speaker: Alexander Tribess, GreenGate Partners

Panel discussion: Decoding the EU AI Office: A Practical Roadmap for Counsel

Moderator:

• Sonja Dürager, bpv Hügel

Speakers:

• Emily Barwell, Osborne Clarke
• Ricardo Gómez-Barreda de la Gándara, CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo
• Paul Harloff, GreenGate Partners

Emily Barwell is a senior associate at Osborne Clarke who specialises in data protection, AI and digital regulation matters. Emily’s experience includes advising a wide range of companies, from international global organisations to SMEs on a range of commercial, AI and data protection issues. She has worked closely with companies in the software, gaming, entertainment, automotive and energy industries. Having spent 3 years living and working in the US, Emily can adapt and provide advice to international companies recognising the unique issues and challenges they face. She has spoken on data and AI topics at a number of other conferences and shares updates on the topics regularly on her LinkedIn

Ricardo Gómez-Barreda de la Gándara is a senior associate who specialises in intellectual property, AI and digital business law. Ricardo’s domestic and international clients at CMS Albiñana & Suárez de Lezo belong to a wide range of sectors, including software developers, IT companies, tech start-ups, mobile phone operators, online marketplaces, media companies, television channels, advertising agencies, publishing houses, major trademark owners and fast-moving consumer goods companies. He has spoken on IP and AI topics at several local and international conferences (including iTechlaw).

Paul Harloff is an associate lawyer at GreenGate Partners with a focused expertise in IT law and software copyright. Paul specializes in software copyright and adept at drafting and negotiating contracts and license agreements for digital business models, helping clients navigate the complexities of IT-related transactions. Paul is increasingly involved in the emerging field of AI law, providing guidance on the legal aspects of artificial intelligence implementation and compliance. He offers insightful advice on corporate financing within the IT sector, supporting businesses in securing the necessary resources to thrive in a competitive market.

• Rupam Davé, Lewis Silkin LLP, UK
• Tomislav Pedišić, Vukmir & Associates, Croatia

We are excited to welcome all new attendees to our New Attendee Reception! Join us for a quick introduction followed by networking and camaraderie. This is a perfect opportunity to meet fellow newcomers and learn more about the conference. Enjoy light refreshments while engaging in conversations that will help you make the most of your experience. We look forward to seeing you there and helping you feel right at home!

Location: Convene @ 155 Bishopsgate

This event marks the official kickoff of the conference and offers a wonderful opportunity to mingle with fellow attendees, speakers, and organizers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy delicious refreshments and light bites as you connect with others and set the stage for an engaging and inspiring event. We look forward to welcoming you and kicking off the conference!

Dine Arounds are a beloved part of the ITechLaw conference program, providing an informal, small setting opportunity to network and meet fellow ITechLaw members. More details will be coming soon.

Location: Lady Abercorn’s, 40 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7QN, United Kingdom

Join us for the Young Lawyers Reception hosted by the Young Lawyers Committee. The event is designed specifically for younger, emerging legal professionals to connect, share experiences, and build valuable relationships within the industry. Enjoy an evening of networking with peers and mentors while discussing the unique challenges and opportunities faced by young lawyers today and to learn about the value of professional networks. We look forward to seeing you there and fostering a supportive community for the next generation of legal leaders!

Interested attendees are invited to join other ITechLaw members for an early morning run to kick off Thursday! Angela Fouracre of Bristows will be guiding the run and has planned a route through London to capture some key landmarks, such as Bank, St. Pauls, Millenium Bridge, Monument, Tower of London and the Gherkin. A Strava link to the route will be provided prior to the run. All levels welcome!

Stop by the Registration desk to receive your badge, agenda brochures, and other conference materials. The agenda will also be accessible by mobile app through Aventri. Plan out your conference sessions. The registration desk is staffed throughout the conference, attendees are encouraged to stop by with questions or concerns throughout the conference.

Mobile App is LIVE!

The Mobile App is available for registered attendees to access, please see access instructions below.

• Install the app. Search for the Aventri Events App in the Google Play or App Store.
• Once downloaded, open the Aventri Events app, and enter access code 193138 or scan the QR code below.
• Tap on the event: ITechLaw 2025 European Conference event and tap Download to open it.
• Login (only available to registered attendees) using your email address for both email address and password
• Be sure to enable notifications to receive reminders throughout the conference, including any schedule changes.

Guests staying at The Andaz are invited to enjoy breakfast at the hotel as part of their accommodation. For all other conference attendees, a light breakfast will be provided at Convene at 155 Bishopsgate.

ITechLaw President, Diego Fernández, will kick off the conference!

Diego Fernández, Partner with Marval O’Farell Mairal in Argentina. Technology expert with 20 years’ experience in privacy & data protection, artificial intelligence, software licensing and cyber security. He regularly advises clients on IP, Artificial Intelligence and Data Protection in M&A transactions.

He was foreign associate in the Information Technology and Privacy team of Foley & Lardner, Chicago.

Diego is the President of ITechLaw (International Technology Law Association). He is also an Advisory Board Member of IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) and Co-chair of their Argentine Chapter, member of the Technology Transformation Committee of INTA, and member of the Technology Committee of IBA.

Editorial Board Member of the Global Privacy Law Review and Co-Chair for Latin America of the Privacy Group of Lex Mundi, the largest independent law firms network.

Director of a postgraduate course on “Technology, Law and Corporations” at Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, in which he teaches and directs the (i) Data Protection and (ii) Artificial Intelligence classes.

Tim Capel, Information Commissioner’s Office

Tim Capel is currently acting as Executive Director for Regulatory Supervision at the Information Commissioner’s Office, having previously acted as ICO General Counsel. He is responsible for leading investigation and enforcement matters, one of the biggest directorates at the ICO. This includes ensuring that the ICO is positioned to effectively regulate in the digital landscape and that its investigations, regulatory cyber, audit and assurance teams deliver their strategic plans. He has oversight of some of our most high-profile work, reporting directly to and being a part of the ICO’s Management Board and Executive Team.

Tim joined the ICO as a Legal Director in September 2022 from the Competition & Markets Authority, where he was also a Legal Director. Prior to this, Tim worked at the law firm Hogan Lovells in London as a senior associate in the Antitrust, Competition and Economic Regulation team.

A fascinating session to kick start the conference, the stellar panel will explore the future of Tech. Drawing from the findings of Gartner Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2025, the panel will focus on Agentic AI, Quantum, Neurological enhancement and Robotics, to highlight exciting emerging and growing technologies.

Moderator:

• Dr. Janis Wong, Law Society

Panelists include:

• Priya Guha (UK)
• Laura Wright, 4PC
• Andrea Appella, OpenAI
• Lisa Johnson, Starship Technologies

Priya Guha

Priya Guha MBE, ex-UK Consul General to San Francisco, is deeply embedded in the UK and global tech ecosystem through her roles in government, investment, startups and corporates.

Amongst other roles, she is a NED at UKRI, the Herald Investment Trust, Reach plc and the Digital Catapult. She is also a Member of the Investment Governance Board of Future Planet Capital and an Advisor to Gallos Technologies.

Priya is a long-standing advocate for inclusion, believing it is key for long-term economic growth and for addressing the world’s biggest challenges.

Lisa Johnson, Starship Technologies

As Vice President of Public Affairs for Starship Technologies – a company leading the field in autonomous robot delivery – Lisa leads efforts to secure safe and favourable regulatory frameworks for the operation of robots in public spaces. Starship’s embodied AI delivery solution has made more than 8 million deliveries to date across the US, UK, Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Germany and Denmark. Lisa’s role spans working with law makers and regulators at all levels of government through to building social acceptance in communities.

Laura Wright, 4 Pump Court

Laura is a barrister at 4 Pump Court, specialising in technology and IP disputes. Laura is regularly instructed in a wide range of technology-related disputes involving computer systems, internet services and software across a variety of industry sectors. Laura’s academic background encompasses both law and technology. In 2022 Laura completed an MSc in Computing Science at Imperial College London. Laura frequently writes on the topic of technology law, and in recent years co-authored the “AI and Professional Liability” chapter of “The Law of Artificial Intelligence” and “A Practical Guide to Quantum Computing and the Law”.

Andrea Appella, Open AI

Andrea has worked on a wide range of market-leading cases in the media industry, advising executives on some of the most transformational cases and deals across all media sectors. Andrea’s background includes government and academia experience, he is currently a visiting Professor at Kings College School of Law and is the former Co-Chair of the International Bar Association Antitriust Committee.

Moderated by Dr. Janis Wong, The Law Society

Dr. Janis Wong is the Data & Technology Law Policy Advisor at The Law Society, leading on data protection, AI, cybersecurity and technology to support the legal profession and access to justice. Her background includes data protection, ethics, and governance. She holds an interdisciplinary PhD in Computer Science and was awarded the  Stefano Rodotà Award 2023 by the Council of Europe Committee of Convention 108 for best PhD thesis on data protection.

Join your colleagues for networking opportunities, designed to foster connections and collaboration! Attendees are encouraged to take this opportunity to engage with fellow participants, share ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed atmosphere. Refreshments will be provided to keep you energized as you network. Make the most of these moments and expand your professional network!

The Roundtable Discussions are a highly interactive session that will kick off the conference. The topics will each have an assigned table and two facilitators to conduct a brief speed networking and overview of the topic. Attendees will have two chances to participate in 30-minute engaging discussions with the table facilitators on these topics.

Topics are listed below:

• Agentic AI: Liability, Bias, and Transparency Considerations
  • Discussion Facilitators: Maciej Gawroński (GP Partners Gawroński, Poland) & Helene Deschamps Marquis (BLG, Canada)
• Cross-Border Data Flows: Privacy, Security, and Digital Sovereignty
  • Discussion Facilitators: Caroline Sundberg (Snellman Advokatbyrå AB, Sweden) & Doron Goldstein (Withers, USA)
• Navigating Legal and Regulatory Frameworks for Quantum Computing Technologies
  • Discussion Facilitators: Emmanuel Szafran (Verwal Law Firm, Belgium)
• Neurological Enhancements: When do we need a Paradigm Shift for Fault and Liability?
  • Discussion Facilitators: Guoda Šileikytė (Law firm WALLESS, Lithuania) & Ian Williamson (Birketts LLP, UK)
• Robotics: Data and Liability
  • Discussion Facilitators:
• Different Approaches to Regulating Digital Platforms Across the Globe
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• Sustainable Technology: ESG Compliance and Software Supply Chain Management
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• Data Act – Unlocking the Value of Machine-Generated Data
  • Discussion Facilitators: Alexander Schmid (EPARTNERS, Switzerland)
• Tokenisation of Real-World Assets: Legal and Regulatory Approaches to Digital Securities
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• Cyber Incident Response: Collaboration, Privilege, and Regulatory Disclosure
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• Privacy-Enhancing Technologies: Anonymisation, Differential Privacy, and Regulatory Adoption
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• AI Procurement: Navigating Vendor Selection, Bias Mitigation, and Regulatory Compliance
  • Discussion Facilitators: Anna Haapanen (Dittmar & Indrenius Attorneys Ltd., Finland) & Polo Van der Putt (Vondst Advocaten, Netherlands)
• Software Licensing in the Age of SaaS and AI: Open Source, Proprietary Models, and Compliance Management
  • Discussion Facilitators: Lisa Lifshitz (Torkin Manes LLP, Canada) & Thomas Thalhofer (Noerr Partnerschaftsgesellschaft mbB, Germany)
• Privacy and DSA: Cross Border Enforement Trends
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• AI, AAA, and the Future of ADR
  • Discussion Facilitators: Lisa Romeo (AAA) & Tom Ventrone (AAA)
• Legal Technology Committee Topic
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Join your colleagues for networking opportunities, designed to foster connections and collaboration! Attendees are encouraged to take this opportunity to engage with fellow participants, share ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed atmosphere. Lunch will be provided to keep you energized as you network. Make the most of these moments and expand your professional network!

This 120 minute block will be split into four 30-minute sessions covering the following topics:

Note: These AI topics/session will repeat in session 3A at 3:30pm.

Session 1: Panel – AI Law – International Trends in Regulation

Synopsis: As the EU AI Act comes into force, what lessons are being learned in other parts of the world in relation to AI regulation?  How are different countries approaching the same risks and concerns?  Is the EU model being adopted or eschewed and how can regulatory frameworks deal with the challenges of new developments in artificial intelligence, such as agentic AI?  This panel will explore the issues and give a global perspective on regulatory trends.

Moderator:

• Alexander Tribess, Greengate Partners (Germany)

Panelists:

• Jim Gatto, Shepherd Mullin (USA)
• Neeha Chaudhury, Ikagai Law (India)
• Javier Torre De Silva, CMS (EU, Spain)

Alexander Tribess, Greengate Patners

Alexander Tribess is a founding partner of GreenGate Partners and heads the firm’s IT and Data Law practice. He advises on digital business models with a focus on IT contracts, licensing, and corporate transactions. A key part of his practice is supporting clients in the development and use of Artificial Intelligence. He chairs the AI Substantive Law Committee of ITechLaw and co-authors publications on AI regulation. Recognized by Best Lawyers in Germany for IT law, Alexander combines legal expertise with technological insight, guiding clients through complex digital and AI-driven environments.

Nehaa Chaudhury, Ikagai Law

Nehaa Chaudhari is a Partner at Ikigai Law, where she heads the firm’s advisory and public policy practice. She works with a diverse portfolio of clients — multinational corporations, global industry bodies, governments, and high-growth startups — on legal, regulatory, and policy matters in AI, data, deep-tech, cybersecurity, platform regulation, and digital competition, as well as telecom, media, space, and digital services.

Repeatedly recognised by Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 as one of India’s leading technology, media, and data protection lawyers, Nehaa blends legal advisory with policy strategy. She has worked with Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center, represented India at WIPO negotiations, and frequently speaks and writes worldwide.

Javier Torre De Silva, CMS

Partner and Head of TMC of CMS in Spain, member of the AI focus group and also member of the ICC AI committee and of the ITech Law AI Committee. Author of a number of academic publications on AI.
Provides advice on AI and related topics to some of the most relevant players in the market including AWS.
Graduate, Master and PhD in Law (University of Bologna, College of Spain), Graduate and Master Degree in Philosophy, Accredited as Tenure Professor of Administrative Law by the National Accreditation Office.
Attorney of the Council of State on temporary leave.

Session 2: Ask The AI Expert, with Duncan Anderson of Barnacle Labs

Synopsis: Are you mystified by the artificial intelligence and the more esoteric aspects of Generative AI and machine learning?  Or are you simply looking for answers to questions that you’ve not been able to ask elsewhere?  In this session, Sonja Durager will interview Duncan Anderson, founder of Barnacle Labs and then hand the session over to the audience where you quiz Duncan on that burning issue!

As the former European CTO for IBM Watson AI, Duncan has over a decade of experience in enterprise AI and brings a career of high-profile technical leadership roles spanning several decades. A believer in ‘you cannot manage what you do not understand’, Duncan spends much of his time working hands-on with Generative AI, personally building solutions and providing broader leadership informed by his practical experiences. Duncan has been featured in Wired magazine and interviewed in a Channel 4 documentary about AI.

Interviewer:

• Sonja Durager, Current AI SLA Vice Chair, BPV Heugel (EU, Austria)

Interviewee:

• Duncan Anderson, Founder Barnacle Labs

Sonja Durager, BPV

Sonja Dürager specialises in advising on intellectual property law (especially copyright and trademark law), IT law, data protection law and media law. Her main focus is the contractual drafting of IT projects and those related to intellectual property law, the enforcement of intellectual property rights before courts, the support of data protection implementation measures and the development of compliance organisations, as well as representation before the data protection authority. She is lecturer in the university course Media Law and Information Law (University of Vienna) and at the University of applied sciences Salzburg.

Session 3: Panel – AI and IP, the latest developments

Synopsis:  Intellectual property is a key battleground both for AI platforms seeking to train their models and traditional content providers looking to protect investment in their assets.  This is without the ongoing debate over the extent to which traditional IP rights (whether copyright, trade secrets or patents) can attach to AI generated materials.   This panel will look at the global and regional trends in relation to AI and intellectual property, and examine the details of some of the more seminal judgments.    How can content owners better protect their rights, and how can platforms legitimately seek to make use of web-scraped content?  Our panel will seek to uncover the salient issues and work to provide practical solutions from both perspectives.

Moderator:

• Matt Hervey, General Counsel, Human Native AI

Panelists:

• Luca Dal Molin, Homberger AG
• Lisa Oratz, Perkins Coie (USA)
• Ankita Sabharwal, Chadha and Chadha (India)

Matt Hervey, Human Native AI

Lisa Oratz, Perkins Coie

Session 4: AI issues in Commercial Disputes

Synopsis:  Much of the attention in relation to AI disputes is focused on IP, and comparatively little attention is given to other fundamental issues which are peculiar to IP related disputes such as the impact of AI generated disinformation, the impact of problematic evidential hurdles such as lack of explainability and how bias and discrimination may impact liability.    This is without considering the wholesale embedding of AI powered tools into litigation procedure which may ironically enhance these concerns.  Our panel will look at the pervasive impact of AI on general litigation procedure and dispute resolution and give practical insights on how to mitigate and manage these risks.

Moderator:

• Sofia Kilmar, TozziniFreire Advogados (Brazil)

Panelists:

• Lizzie Williams, Harbottle and Lewis (UK)
• Molly-Mae Keston, Farrer and Co (UK)
• Mark Hayes, Hayes eLaw (Canada)

Sofia Kilmar, TozziniFreire Advogados

Extensive experience in Tech Litigation, assisting the most relevant tech companies in matters related to the Brazilian Civil Rights Framework for the Internet and the General Data Protection Law. Strategic litigation from class actions to leading cases at different national courts

PhD and Master of Laws by the Faculty of Law of the University of São Paulo

Lizzie Williams

Lizzie Williams is a partner specialising in technology disputes at leading technology, media and entertainment law firm Harbottle & Lewis.

Mark Hayes, Hayes eLaw

Mark Hayes serves as Senior Canadian counsel, arbitrator and mediator. He has extensive domestic and international experience in technology, e-commerce, privacy, intellectual property, entertainment, media and communications.

Note: These Sourcing topics/session will repeat in session 3B at 3:30pm.

A deep dive into topical issues in sourcing. This will be a guided interactive discussion focusing on case studies, and sharing market insights and discussing key areas such as liability apportionment; contract management and role of third parties; data sharing and addressing regulatory compliance; and termination triggers and consequences.

This session is designed to be an interactive, panel-led discussion on the approach to contracting for tech deals. Panelists will discuss often-negotiated points and how to navigate them, and be practically-focused on key provisions to look out for in agreements. The session will also home in on the impact of the current digital regulatory landscape (in particular the EU AI Act, the EU Data Act and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)  on contracting.

Session 1: Top 10 Critical Provisions for Large Tech Deals:  Hint – They are not what you think!

We are all familiar with the typical “last man standing” issues in negotiations:  rep & warranties, indemnities, liability caps and super caps, etc.  However, ironically it is not those provisions around which litigation has tended to coalesce. Instead, it is the more discrete provisions which cause the lawsuits, and therefore require more attention from practitioners.  In this presentation, the speakers will collectively identify their Top 10 critical provisions for large technology deals, based on their real-word experience and on recent litigation, with a view to assisting practitioners to avoid the minefields posed by these provisions.

Moderator:

• Simon Colvin, Pinsent Masons (UK)

Panelists:

• Eugene Weitz, CrestLex Global Advisory Group (USA)
• John Beardwood, Fasken (Canada)
• Truiken Heyden, TCI Rechtsanwalte (Germany)

Simon Colvin, Pinsent Masons

Simon is Head of Client Relationships for our Key Markets. He has experience of leading large scale transactions in the technology and telecoms sectors for nearly 25 years. He assists clients in developing their sourcing strategies, running complex procurements and developing contracts that ensure our clients achieve their required outcome to time and budget. Simon has extensive experience of working for both public and private sectors so applies his experience from each, assisting customers or suppliers who instruct him. Given the complex nature of the deals Simon assists on, he often needs to bring together multi-disciplinary teams with varied skill sets. Clients appreciate Simon’s commercial, pragmatic approach and drive, to ensure that a project delivers on its objectives.

Eugene Weitz, CrestLex Global Advisory Group

Eugene Weitz is a global in-house technology attorney and business executive with over twenty years of experience leading legal department transformation through innovation in people, data, processes, and technology. In late 2025, he co-founded CrestLex Global Advisory Group LLC, a joint venture with a Belgium consultancy providing systemic advisory services to multinational law departments, smaller in-house teams, consultancies, and law firms seeking top line improvements, efficiency, and cost savings. Previously, he held senior legal innovation roles at DXC Technology, Royal Philips, Atos, Alcatel-Lucent, CSC, and SAI Global. Eugene also has served on ITechLaw’s Board, chaired the in-house committee, and currently co-chairs the Ambassador Program.

John Beardwood, Fasken

John is a senior partner who is Past Chair of the firm’s Technology practice group, and was Co-Founder of both the Outsourcing practice group and the Privacy and Access to Information practice group. His practice is focused on technology, outsourcing and system implementation, artificial intelligence (AI) regulation and issues and privacy law matters.

Truiken Heydn, TCI Rechtsanwalte

Truiken Heydn is specialized in conflict management and IT law. She acts as counsel and as arbitrator/mediator, in particular in disputes concerning IT project crises and failed IT projects, license disputes, and cyber security incidents. She advises clients on IT project contracts (software implementation projects, in particular agile projects), Internet of Things, outsourcing contracts, cloud computing and AI. She has specific expertise in the area of software licensing law and software license compliance. Truiken Heydn was admitted to the bar in 1995 and is a founding partner of TCI Rechtsanwälte, a leading German technology law boutique firm.

Session 2: Modern Contracting: Collaboration in a hyper-regulated and interdependent world; Turning complexity into opportunity.

This session will look at the impact of key EU regulations, including the AI Act, Data Act, and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), on private contracting between businesses. The session will (i) offer a general overview of the regulations which have an impact on B2B contracting, (ii) cover specific examples of direct regulatory requirements, (iii) illustrate how such requirements may interact in practice and influence contract management, (iv) provide insight into how these requirements also indirectly impact companies that are not the primary addressees of the regulations, (v) outline the related challenges for contracting professionals.

Moderator:

• Aprajita Rana, AZB & Partners (India)

Panelists:

• Lorenzo Berto, Orsingher Ortu (Italy)
• Lukas Holub, Bird & Bird (Czech Republic)
• Michiel van Ast, Leeway Advocaten (Netherlands)

Michiel van Ast, Leeway Advocaten

Michiel van Ast is a partner at Leeway, an Amsterdam-based boutique law firm with a strong international focus, specialised in IP, IT, media and entertainment. He is a dedicated technology lawyer with a focus on digital transformation, commercial contracting and regulatory compliance. Michiel supports clients on major IT and outsourcing projects, SaaS and cloud implementations, and navigating the fast-evolving digital regulatory landscape. With experience both in-house and in private practice, he combines legal expertise with business insight, always with an eye for building trust-based partnerships.

Aprajita Rana, AZB & Partners

Aprajita is a Partner in the Delhi office of AZB & Partners, where she is a member of the TMT and General Corporate practice, with over 15 years’ experience in advising public and private sector US, UK, EU, and India-based clients on broad range of sectors including TMT, Telecom, emerging technology like AI, E-Commerce, Financial Services, Data Protection, Cybersecurity, Employment, and Charities. She also has experience in General Corporate & Commercial matters, and advises clients on corporate investigations, regulatory enforcement, and strategic advisory mandates. She is admitted as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India, as a Solicitor in England and Wales, and as a foreign attorney in New York. She is CIPP-E certified and a graduate of Harvard Law School.

Lukáš Holub, Bird & Bird

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Lukáš is a technology and IP attorney and Counsel at Bird & Bird. He has extensive expertise in tech transactions and licensing deals, various aspects of the data economy, AI contracting and regulation, complex transfers of IP rights, and trademark disputes. He works closely with some of the most innovative companies, including global software developers, fintech and cryptocurrency service pioneers, major online platforms, and creative industry disruptors. Licensed both in the Czech Republic and Florida, USA, Lukáš brings a global perspective to the table.

Note: These Cyber and Resilience topics/session will repeat in session 3C at 3:30pm.

A deep dive into cyber security and operational resilience. Kicking off with a keynote introduction from the National Cyber Security Centre, this workshop will discuss the increasing cyber regulation, management of ransom demands and cyber related litigation through an interactive scenario and panel discussions.

Track Moderators:

• Roland Mathys, Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd (Switzerland)
• Giuseppe Vaciago, 42 Law Firm (Italy)

Keynote

The recent high profile cyber attacks have shown systems and supply chains need to be properly protected, and when the worst happens organisations are able to quickly recover. With complex outsourcing strategies and supply chains, organisation’s risk boundaries extend well beyond their perimeter fences. Ensuring these cyber risks are properly understood and managed is becoming increasingly vital to any organisation’s ability to do business, placing legal teams and contracts at the forefront of company’s resilience.

• Speaker:  Senior representative from UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)

Session 1: Legal Regulation

Synopsis: The panel will use the example of a managed IT services provider to address regulatory aspects from the perspective of different jurisdictions. Topics will include critical infrastructures, applicable cyber regulations and steps towards compliance as well as supply chain management.

Moderator:

• Jennifer Davidson, Deeth Williams Wall (Canada)

Panelists:

• Babak Tabeshian, LFR (Germany)
• Piotr Filipowski, WKB Lawyers (Poland)
• Akash Karmakar, Panag & Babu (India)

Jennifer Davidson, Deeth Williams Wall

Jennifer Davidson is a partner at Deeth Williams Wall (Toronto) and Co-Chair of the Technology Law Group, practicing in Cybersecurity, Privacy, Data, and Technology law. Jennifer advises on the digital risk lifecycle, including incident preparedness, response, negotiations, mitigation, and regulatory compliance. Jennifer holds a JD from Osgoode Hall Law School and post-graduate diplomas in public relations and web development. Jennifer is the past-President of the Canadian Technology Law Association (CAN-TECH); the Chair of the Data Protection Committee at the iTechLaw; and the author of the Canadian Chapter in Cybersecurity: A Practical Guide to the Law of Cyber Risk (PLI, 2024).

Babak Tabeshian, LFR

Babak Tabeshian, Partner and head of information technology law department at LFR, LL.M. in International Business Law (University of London), admitted to the German bar since 2005. Focus on tech contracts, tech ligitation, tech transactions. Honorary Member of International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA)

Piotr Filipowski, WKB Lawyers

Piotr specializes in new technology law, with a particular focus on cybersecurity regulations, cloud technology implementations, IT contracts, intellectual property law in IT, as well as sector-specific technology regulations (including the most demanding ones in the financial sector). He heads the New Technologies and Cybersecurity team at WKB Lawyers. He is the author of publications on new technologies, regulated outsourcing, cloud computing in the financial sector, and cybersecurity, including DORA, NIS2, and the Polish National Cybersecurity Act.

Akash Karmakar, Panag & Babu

Akash Karmakar is a technology transactions specialist who assists companies adopting or deploying tech-products in India. His practice spans accelerative and strategic investments, market entry, product counselling, payment system design, data privacy, and cybersecurity. He has acted on cross-border deals and has structured exits from India for banned crypto-exchanges and app companies.
Akash leads the tech media and telecom practice at Panag & Babu and has advised global companies on their foray into India via product launches, tactical acquisitions and joint ventures. He also assists Invest India, India’s National Investment Promotion & Facilitation Agency, on matters of privacy and cybersecurity.

Session 2: Ransomware Attack Scenario

Synopsis: A company is hit by a ransomware attack. The panel will use this typical scenario as a basis to discuss latest developments in different jurisdictions around key issues like appropriate incident response, breach notifications, ransom payments and involvement of law enforcement.

Moderator:

• Sheena Jacob, CMS (Singapore)

Panelists:

• Laura Brederveld, Kennedy Van der Laan (Netherlands)
• Andrew Bees, White & Black Limited (UK)
• Çağrı Çetinkaya, Atayılmaz Enkür Çetinkaya Öner (Turkey)

Sheena Jacob, CMS

Sheena is a partner in CMS’ Singapore and the head of TMC in Southeast Asia. She is a leading Asian technology lawyer with a strong AI, cybersecurity, privacy and technology practice. With over 25 years of experience, Sheena represents a significant number of key players in the tech industry and has extensive experience in cybersecurity and data protection and cyber incident management across Asia. She regularly advises companies after a ransomware attack and works with insurance companies and third party providers to manage the incidents. She works closely with companies in dealing with cybersecurity and data protection regulators and has been successful in helping her clients avoid the imposition of any significant penalties.

Sheena is consistently ranked as a leading TMT lawyer in Asia. Recognized as one of the top women in cybersecurity in Singapore, she has authored numerous articles on privacy, cybersecurity, and tech regulation.

Laura Brederveld, Kennedy Van der Laan

Laura Brederveld is a senior associate at Kennedy Van der Laan. She specializes in drafting and negotiating IT-contracts, advises in IT disputes and public procurement procedures. Laura assists clients across various sectors, with a specific focus on the financial sector, advising both IT suppliers and their customers on outsourcing legislation and regulatory developments. Before becoming an attorney at law, Laura was in-house counsel at Capgemini, which has provided her with valuable industry insights that benefit her practice today. Laura is an active member of ITechLaw’s FinTech Committee.

Andrew Bees, White & Black Limited

Andrew has been a commercial Partner at White & Black since 2024, where his role covers a broad spectrum focusing on technology, digital services and the public sector. He also advise on cyber security, public procurement, telecommunications and data. He previously worked in-house within UK government, where for over 13 years he advised, in the context of the UK’s security, defence and intelligence environment, on outsourcing projects, IPR protection and exploitation, and cyber security (including incident response, management of industry assurance schemes and government cyber defence services, the development and implementation of cyber regulation and policy, and telecommunications security).

Çağrı Çetinkaya, Atayılmaz Enkür Çetinkaya Öner

Çağrı is a partner (head of data and technology) of AECO Law Firm in Istanbul, focused on data protection and cybersecurity. Over the course of his career near 20 years, Çağrı has advised international and domestic clients across various sectors such as IT, life sciences, retail, energy, logistics, and financial services. Before founding AECO, he held senior roles at international firms and served as a research assistant at the U.S. CFTC. He is a dual qualified (Türkiye and New York) attorney, a lecturer on data protection and cybersecurity and holds CIPP/E, CIPM, and FIP certifications.

Session 3: Claims Arising from Cyber Attacks

Synopsis: The target of the ransomware attack is facing claims by its customers. The panel will discuss potential legal bases in different jurisdictions for asserting claims and will explore defense strategies. Damage mitigation measures, the viability of mass claims and taking recourse along the supply chain will also be addressed.

Moderator:

• Phil Catania, Coors Chambers Westgarth (Australia)

Panelists:

• Nino Tlapak, DORDA Rechtsanwalte (Austria)
• Luca Egitto, RP Legal & Tax (Italy)
• Peter Orphanos, Global Data Risk LLC

Phil Catania, Coors Chambers Westgarth

Phil is a consultant and former partner (of 32 years!) of Corrs Chambers Westgarth. in Australia. He has acted in some of Australia’s major cyber breach and data matters including for Marriott, Adobe, Facebook and LinkedIn. He is a former board member of iTechLaw and chair of the Data Protection Committee, .a current iTechLaw Ambassador, President of the Victorian Society for Computers & the Law and is teaching Data Law at the law school of the University of Melbourne. He is an author of a number of publications in the area of technology and the law.

Nino Tlapak, DORDA Rechtsanwalte

Nino Tlapak joined DORDA’s IT and data protection team in 2013 and became a partner in 2021. He specialises in data protection and IT-security law. Other practice areas include e-commerce and out- and cloudsourcing. Nino is particularly known for his data protection activities, is co-head of the data protection team and acts as external data protection officer for selected clients. In addition, Nino speaks on this topic at international data protection conferences and lectures at Danube University Krems (data protection and privacy), FH Technikum Wien, FH Campus Wien, and the IT law masters degree at the University of Vienna.

Luca Egitto, RP Legal & Tax

Luca Egitto is an IP and technology lawyer based in Italy. Luca advises clients operating in Entertainment, Sports, IT and E-commerce industries. He focuses on innovation, branding, anti-counterfeiting and data security.

He is a teacher in law at the Fondazione Istituto Tecnico Superiore per le Tecnologie dell’Informazione in Turin, and a lecturer at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milano. He is also research fellow at the Information Society Law Center of the University of Milan. Within his areas of expertise, Luca has published articles and contributions in the Journal of Information, Law and Technology (UK), World Sports Law Report (UK), Computer Law Review International (DE), Portale Ius Privacy Giuffrè (IT); Giurisprudenza Penale (IT), Il Sole 24 Ore, Wired, Cryptonomyst.

He is also a member of Itechlaw and IAPP, and holds certifications as a CIPP/E and Data Protection Officer UNI 11697:2017.

Peter Orphanos, Global Data Risk LLC

Peter P. Orphanos is a Director with Global Data Risk LLC (“GDR”), a consulting firm specializing in cyber and technology-oriented investigations, and advising businesses operating in high-risk jurisdictions.  He joined GDR after 26 years as an FBI Agent and Supervisor, specializing in counterintelligence and national security work.  Before joining the FBI, Peter was a litigation attorney in New York, beginning his career with Baker & McKenzie.  He is a graduate of Williams College and New York Law School.  Peter is active in civic matters, having been elected to his town’s legislature and serves on its Finance & Budget Committee.

As medical technologies evolve toward increasingly connected, data-driven, and AI-powered systems, legal frameworks are also evolving to ensure safety, accountability, and ethical integrity, as well as data circulation and innovation. This panel brings together legal experts and industry voices to explore the regulatory and legal challenges posed by IoT-enabled medical devices, the legal issues around secondary use of medical data, and the legal and ethical complexities introduced by AI in clinical settings.

Moderator:

• Philip Kempermann, HEUKING (Germany)

Panelists:

• Dhruv Suri, PSA, India
• Laura Liguori, Portolano Cavallo, Italy

Philip Kempermann, HEUKING

Dr. Philip Kempermann, LL.M. is a member of HEUKING’s management committee and advises on complex international IT and data protection projects as well as legal elements of data strategies and IoT products. He is listed in a number of publications, including Juve, Lexology Client Choice, Legal 500, Best Lawyers and Who’s Who Legal. Clients and competitors praise him for his advice (“straightforward and very effective; flexible and pragmatic”, “excellent advisor, highly accepted also by the specialist departments, efficient, solution-oriented”, “Philip is highly recommended for his speed, practical advice, high quality work, sharp mind and analytical skills”.

Moderator:

• Anna Haapanen, Dittmar, Finland

Panelists:

• Frank Muller, Annerton, Germany
• Charlotte Marshall, Addleshaw Goddard, UK
• Tue Goldschmieding, Gorrinsen Federspiel, Denmark

Anna Haapanen, Dittmar

Anna Haapanen is Partner at Dittmar & Indrenius Attorneys based in Helsinki, Finland, and dual licensed attorney (Finland & New York) focused on technology transactions, IP & technology licensing, ICT-agreements and other tech intensive non-contentious and contentious mandates also in highly regulated fields such as health tech and fintech.

Frank Müller, Annerton Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH

Join your colleagues for networking opportunities, designed to foster connections and collaboration! Attendees are encouraged to take this opportunity to engage with fellow participants, share ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed atmosphere. Refreshments will be provided to keep you energized as you network. Make the most of these moments and expand your professional network!

Please note, this is a session/topics covered in 2A. This 120 minute block will be split into four 30-minute sessions covering the following topics:

Session 1: Panel – AI Law – International Trends in Regulation

Synopsis: As the EU AI Act comes into force, what lessons are being learned in other parts of the world in relation to AI regulation?  How are different countries approaching the same risks and concerns?  Is the EU model being adopted or eschewed and how can regulatory frameworks deal with the challenges of new developments in artificial intelligence, such as agentic AI?  This panel will explore the issues and give a global perspective on regulatory trends.

Moderator:

• Alexander Tribess, Greengate Partners (Germany)

Panelists:

• Jim Gatto, Shepherd Mullin (USA)
• Neeha Chaudhury, Ikagai Law (India)
• Javier Torre De Silva, CMS (EU, Spain)

Alexander Tribess, Greengate Patners

Alexander Tribess is a founding partner of GreenGate Partners and heads the firm’s IT and Data Law practice. He advises on digital business models with a focus on IT contracts, licensing, and corporate transactions. A key part of his practice is supporting clients in the development and use of Artificial Intelligence. He chairs the AI Substantive Law Committee of ITechLaw and co-authors publications on AI regulation. Recognized by Best Lawyers in Germany for IT law, Alexander combines legal expertise with technological insight, guiding clients through complex digital and AI-driven environments.

Nehaa Chaudhury, Ikagai Law

Nehaa Chaudhari is a Partner at Ikigai Law, where she heads the firm’s advisory and public policy practice. She works with a diverse portfolio of clients — multinational corporations, global industry bodies, governments, and high-growth startups — on legal, regulatory, and policy matters in AI, data, deep-tech, cybersecurity, platform regulation, and digital competition, as well as telecom, media, space, and digital services.

Repeatedly recognised by Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 as one of India’s leading technology, media, and data protection lawyers, Nehaa blends legal advisory with policy strategy. She has worked with Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center, represented India at WIPO negotiations, and frequently speaks and writes worldwide.

Javier Torre De Silva, CMS

Partner and Head of TMC of CMS in Spain, member of the AI focus group and also member of the ICC AI committee and of the ITech Law AI Committee. Author of a number of academic publications on AI.
Provides advice on AI and related topics to some of the most relevant players in the market including AWS.
Graduate, Master and PhD in Law (University of Bologna, College of Spain), Graduate and Master Degree in Philosophy, Accredited as Tenure Professor of Administrative Law by the National Accreditation Office.
Attorney of the Council of State on temporary leave.

Session 2: Ask The AI Expert, with Duncan Anderson of Barnacle Labs

Synopsis: Are you mystified by the artificial intelligence and the more esoteric aspects of Generative AI and machine learning?  Or are you simply looking for answers to questions that you’ve not been able to ask elsewhere?  In this session, Sonja Durager will interview Duncan Anderson, founder of Barnacle Labs and then hand the session over to the audience where you quiz Duncan on that burning issue!

As the former European CTO for IBM Watson AI, Duncan has over a decade of experience in enterprise AI and brings a career of high-profile technical leadership roles spanning several decades. A believer in ‘you cannot manage what you do not understand’, Duncan spends much of his time working hands-on with Generative AI, personally building solutions and providing broader leadership informed by his practical experiences. Duncan has been featured in Wired magazine and interviewed in a Channel 4 documentary about AI.

Interviewer:

• Sonja Durager, Current AI SLA Vice Chair, BPV Heugel (EU, Austria)

Interviewee:

• Duncan Anderson, Founder Barnacle Labs

Sonja Durager, BPV

Sonja Dürager specialises in advising on intellectual property law (especially copyright and trademark law), IT law, data protection law and media law. Her main focus is the contractual drafting of IT projects and those related to intellectual property law, the enforcement of intellectual property rights before courts, the support of data protection implementation measures and the development of compliance organisations, as well as representation before the data protection authority. She is lecturer in the university course Media Law and Information Law (University of Vienna) and at the University of applied sciences Salzburg.

Session 3: Panel – AI and IP, the latest developments

Synopsis:  Intellectual property is a key battleground both for AI platforms seeking to train their models and traditional content providers looking to protect investment in their assets.  This is without the ongoing debate over the extent to which traditional IP rights (whether copyright, trade secrets or patents) can attach to AI generated materials.   This panel will look at the global and regional trends in relation to AI and intellectual property, and examine the details of some of the more seminal judgments.    How can content owners better protect their rights, and how can platforms legitimately seek to make use of web-scraped content?  Our panel will seek to uncover the salient issues and work to provide practical solutions from both perspectives.

Moderator:

• Matt Hervey, General Counsel, Human Native AI

Panelists:

• Luca Dal Molin, Homberger AG
• Lisa Oratz, Perkins Coie (USA)
• Ankita Sabharwal, Chadha and Chadha (India)

Matt Hervey, Human Native AI

Lisa Oratz, Perkins Coie

Lisa Oratz represents clients at the various intersections of technology, intellectual property, and entertainment law. Her practice includes product counseling, licensing, commercial agreements, and developing IP protection and risk mitigation strategies. She focuses on emerging technologies and has advised clients from the largest tech companies in the world to cutting-edge start-ups on AI issues for over 15 years. Lisa is a frequent writer and speaker on AI-related topics, especially copyright and other IP issues. As co-chair of the firm’s Film & Television group, Lisa also represents clients in the arts, entertainment, and game industries on a wide variety of matters.

Session 4: AI issues in Commercial Disputes

Synopsis:  Much of the attention in relation to AI disputes is focused on IP, and comparatively little attention is given to other fundamental issues which are peculiar to IP related disputes such as the impact of AI generated disinformation, the impact of problematic evidential hurdles such as lack of explainability and how bias and discrimination may impact liability.    This is without considering the wholesale embedding of AI powered tools into litigation procedure which may ironically enhance these concerns.  Our panel will look at the pervasive impact of AI on general litigation procedure and dispute resolution and give practical insights on how to mitigate and manage these risks.

Moderator:

• Sofia Kilmar, TozziniFreire Advogados (Brazil)

Panelists:

• Lizzie Williams, Harbottle and Lewis (UK)
• Molly-Mae Keston, Farrer and Co (UK)
• Mark Hayes, Hayes eLaw (Canada)

Sofia Kilmar, TozziniFreire Advogados

Extensive experience in Tech Litigation, assisting the most relevant tech companies in matters related to the Brazilian Civil Rights Framework for the Internet and the General Data Protection Law. Strategic litigation from class actions to leading cases at different national courts

PhD and Master of Laws by the Faculty of Law of the University of São Paulo

Lizzie Williams

Lizzie Williams is a partner specialising in technology disputes at leading technology, media and entertainment law firm Harbottle & Lewis.

Mark Hayes, Hayes eLaw

Mark Hayes serves as Senior Canadian counsel, arbitrator and mediator. He has extensive domestic and international experience in technology, e-commerce, privacy, intellectual property, entertainment, media and communications.

Note: These Sourcing topics/session will be a repeat of session 2B from 1:15pm.

A deep dive into topical issues in sourcing. This will be a guided interactive discussion focusing on case studies, and sharing market insights and discussing key areas such as liability apportionment; contract management and role of third parties; data sharing and addressing regulatory compliance; and termination triggers and consequences.

This session is designed to be an interactive, panel-led discussion on the approach to contracting for tech deals. Panelists will discuss often-negotiated points and how to navigate them, and be practically-focused on key provisions to look out for in agreements. The session will also home in on the impact of the current digital regulatory landscape (in particular the EU AI Act, the EU Data Act and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)  on contracting.

Session 1: Top 10 Critical Provisions for Large Tech Deals:  Hint – They are not what you think!

We are all familiar with the typical “last man standing” issues in negotiations:  rep & warranties, indemnities, liability caps and super caps, etc.  However, ironically it is not those provisions around which litigation has tended to coalesce. Instead, it is the more discrete provisions which cause the lawsuits, and therefore require more attention from practitioners.  In this presentation, the speakers will collectively identify their Top 10 critical provisions for large technology deals, based on their real-word experience and on recent litigation, with a view to assisting practitioners to avoid the minefields posed by these provisions.

Moderator:

• Simon Colvin, Pinsent Masons (UK)

Panelists:

• Eugene Weitz, CrestLex Global Advisory Group (USA)
• John Beardwood, Fasken (Canada)
• Truiken Heyden, TCI Rechtsanwalte (Germany)

Simon Colvin, Pinsent Masons

Simon is Head of Client Relationships for our Key Markets. He has experience of leading large scale transactions in the technology and telecoms sectors for nearly 25 years. He assists clients in developing their sourcing strategies, running complex procurements and developing contracts that ensure our clients achieve their required outcome to time and budget. Simon has extensive experience of working for both public and private sectors so applies his experience from each, assisting customers or suppliers who instruct him. Given the complex nature of the deals Simon assists on, he often needs to bring together multi-disciplinary teams with varied skill sets. Clients appreciate Simon’s commercial, pragmatic approach and drive, to ensure that a project delivers on its objectives.

Eugene Weitz, CrestLex Global Advisory Group

Eugene Weitz is a global in-house technology attorney and business executive with over twenty years of experience leading legal department transformation through innovation in people, data, processes, and technology. In late 2025, he co-founded CrestLex Global Advisory Group LLC, a joint venture with a Belgium consultancy providing systemic advisory services to multinational law departments, smaller in-house teams, consultancies, and law firms seeking top line improvements, efficiency, and cost savings. Previously, he held senior legal innovation roles at DXC Technology, Royal Philips, Atos, Alcatel-Lucent, CSC, and SAI Global. Eugene also has served on ITechLaw’s Board, chaired the in-house committee, and currently co-chairs the Ambassador Program.

John Beardwood, Fasken

John is a senior partner who is Past Chair of the firm’s Technology practice group, and was Co-Founder of both the Outsourcing practice group and the Privacy and Access to Information practice group. His practice is focused on technology, outsourcing and system implementation, artificial intelligence (AI) regulation and issues and privacy law matters.

Truiken Heydn

Truiken Heydn is specialized in conflict management and IT law. She acts as counsel and as arbitrator/mediator, in particular in disputes concerning IT project crises and failed IT projects, license disputes, and cyber security incidents. She advises clients on IT project contracts (software implementation projects, in particular agile projects), Internet of Things, outsourcing contracts, cloud computing and AI. She has specific expertise in the area of software licensing law and software license compliance. Truiken Heydn was admitted to the bar in 1995 and is a founding partner of TCI Rechtsanwälte, a leading German technology law boutique firm.

Session 2: Modern Contracting: Collaboration in a hyper-regulated and interdependent world; Turning complexity into opportunity.

This session will look at the impact of key EU regulations, including the AI Act, Data Act, and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), on private contracting between businesses. The session will (i) offer a general overview of the regulations which have an impact on B2B contracting, (ii) cover specific examples of direct regulatory requirements, (iii) illustrate how such requirements may interact in practice and influence contract management, (iv) provide insight into how these requirements also indirectly impact companies that are not the primary addressees of the regulations, (v) outline the related challenges for contracting professionals.

Moderator:

• Aprajita Rana, AZB & Partners (India)

Panelists:

• Lorenzo Berto, Orsingher Ortu (Italy)
• Lukas Holub, Bird & Bird (Czech Republic)
• Michiel van Ast, Leeway Advocaten (Netherlands)

Michiel van Ast, Leeway Advocaten

Michiel van Ast is a partner at Leeway, an Amsterdam-based boutique law firm with a strong international focus, specialised in IP, IT, media and entertainment. He is a dedicated technology lawyer with a focus on digital transformation, commercial contracting and regulatory compliance. Michiel supports clients on major IT and outsourcing projects, SaaS and cloud implementations, and navigating the fast-evolving digital regulatory landscape. With experience both in-house and in private practice, he combines legal expertise with business insight, always with an eye for building trust-based partnerships.

Aprajita Rana, AZB & Partners

Aprajita is a Partner in the Delhi office of AZB & Partners, where she is a member of the TMT and General Corporate practice, with over 15 years’ experience in advising public and private sector US, UK, EU, and India-based clients on broad range of sectors including TMT, Telecom, emerging technology like AI, E-Commerce, Financial Services, Data Protection, Cybersecurity, Employment, and Charities. She also has experience in General Corporate & Commercial matters, and advises clients on corporate investigations, regulatory enforcement, and strategic advisory mandates. She is admitted as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India, as a Solicitor in England and Wales, and as a foreign attorney in New York. She is CIPP-E certified and a graduate of Harvard Law School.

Lukáš Holub, Bird & Bird

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Lukáš is a technology and IP attorney and Counsel at Bird & Bird. He has extensive expertise in tech transactions and licensing deals, various aspects of the data economy, AI contracting and regulation, complex transfers of IP rights, and trademark disputes. He works closely with some of the most innovative companies, including global software developers, fintech and cryptocurrency service pioneers, major online platforms, and creative industry disruptors. Licensed both in the Czech Republic and Florida, USA, Lukáš brings a global perspective to the table.

Note: These Cyber and Resilience topics/session will repeat in session 3C at 3:30pm.

A deep dive into cyber security and operational resilience. Kicking off with a keynote introduction from the National Cyber Security Centre, this workshop will discuss the increasing cyber regulation, management of ransom demands and cyber related litigation through an interactive scenario and panel discussions.

Track Moderators:

• Roland Mathys, Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd (Switzerland)
• Giuseppe Vaciago, 42 Law Firm (Italy)

Keynote

The recent high profile cyber attacks have shown systems and supply chains need to be properly protected, and when the worst happens organisations are able to quickly recover. With complex outsourcing strategies and supply chains, organisation’s risk boundaries extend well beyond their perimeter fences. Ensuring these cyber risks are properly understood and managed is becoming increasingly vital to any organisation’s ability to do business, placing legal teams and contracts at the forefront of company’s resilience.

• Speaker:  Senior representative from UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)

Session 1: Legal Regulation

Synopsis: The panel will use the example of a managed IT services provider to address regulatory aspects from the perspective of different jurisdictions. Topics will include critical infrastructures, applicable cyber regulations and steps towards compliance as well as supply chain management.

Moderator:

• Jennifer Davidson, Deeth Williams Wall (Canada)

Panelists:

• Babak Tabeshian, LFR (Germany)
• Piotr Filipowski, WKB Lawyers (Poland)
• Akash Karmakar, Panag & Babu (India)

Jennifer Davidson, Deeth Williams Wall

Jennifer Davidson is a partner at Deeth Williams Wall (Toronto) and Co-Chair of the Technology Law Group, practicing in Cybersecurity, Privacy, Data, and Technology law. Jennifer advises on the digital risk lifecycle, including incident preparedness, response, negotiations, mitigation, and regulatory compliance. Jennifer holds a JD from Osgoode Hall Law School and post-graduate diplomas in public relations and web development. Jennifer is the past-President of the Canadian Technology Law Association (CAN-TECH); the Chair of the Data Protection Committee at the iTechLaw; and the author of the Canadian Chapter in Cybersecurity: A Practical Guide to the Law of Cyber Risk (PLI, 2024).

Babak Tabeshian, LFR

Babak Tabeshian, Partner and head of information technology law department at LFR, LL.M. in International Business Law (University of London), admitted to the German bar since 2005. Focus on tech contracts, tech ligitation, tech transactions. Honorary Member of International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA)

Piotr Filipowski, WKB Lawyers

Piotr specializes in new technology law, with a particular focus on cybersecurity regulations, cloud technology implementations, IT contracts, intellectual property law in IT, as well as sector-specific technology regulations (including the most demanding ones in the financial sector). He heads the New Technologies and Cybersecurity team at WKB Lawyers. He is the author of publications on new technologies, regulated outsourcing, cloud computing in the financial sector, and cybersecurity, including DORA, NIS2, and the Polish National Cybersecurity Act.

Akash Karmakar, Panag & Babu

Akash Karmakar is a technology transactions specialist who assists companies adopting or deploying tech-products in India. His practice spans accelerative and strategic investments, market entry, product counselling, payment system design, data privacy, and cybersecurity. He has acted on cross-border deals and has structured exits from India for banned crypto-exchanges and app companies.
Akash leads the tech media and telecom practice at Panag & Babu and has advised global companies on their foray into India via product launches, tactical acquisitions and joint ventures. He also assists Invest India, India’s National Investment Promotion & Facilitation Agency, on matters of privacy and cybersecurity.

Session 2: Ransomware Attack Scenario

Synopsis: A company is hit by a ransomware attack. The panel will use this typical scenario as a basis to discuss latest developments in different jurisdictions around key issues like appropriate incident response, breach notifications, ransom payments and involvement of law enforcement.

Moderator:

• Sheena Jacob, CMS (Singapore)

Panelists:

• Laura Brederveld, Kennedy Van der Laan (Netherlands)
• Andrew Bees, White & Black Limited (UK)
• Çağrı Çetinkaya, Atayılmaz Enkür Çetinkaya Öner (Turkey)

Sheena Jacob, CMS

Sheena is a partner in CMS’ Singapore and the head of TMC in Southeast Asia. She is a leading Asian technology lawyer with a strong AI, cybersecurity, privacy and technology practice. With over 25 years of experience, Sheena represents a significant number of key players in the tech industry and has extensive experience in cybersecurity and data protection and cyber incident management across Asia. She regularly advises companies after a ransomware attack and works with insurance companies and third party providers to manage the incidents. She works closely with companies in dealing with cybersecurity and data protection regulators and has been successful in helping her clients avoid the imposition of any significant penalties.

Sheena is consistently ranked as a leading TMT lawyer in Asia. Recognized as one of the top women in cybersecurity in Singapore, she has authored numerous articles on privacy, cybersecurity, and tech regulation.

Laura Brederveld, Kennedy Van der Laan

Laura Brederveld is a senior associate at Kennedy Van der Laan. She specializes in drafting and negotiating IT-contracts, advises in IT disputes and public procurement procedures. Laura assists clients across various sectors, with a specific focus on the financial sector, advising both IT suppliers and their customers on outsourcing legislation and regulatory developments. Before becoming an attorney at law, Laura was in-house counsel at Capgemini, which has provided her with valuable industry insights that benefit her practice today. Laura is an active member of ITechLaw’s FinTech Committee.

Andrew Bees, White & Black Limited

Andrew has been a commercial Partner at White & Black since 2024, where his role covers a broad spectrum focusing on technology, digital services and the public sector. He also advise on cyber security, public procurement, telecommunications and data. He previously worked in-house within UK government, where for over 13 years he advised, in the context of the UK’s security, defence and intelligence environment, on outsourcing projects, IPR protection and exploitation, and cyber security (including incident response, management of industry assurance schemes and government cyber defence services, the development and implementation of cyber regulation and policy, and telecommunications security).

Çağrı Çetinkaya, Atayılmaz Enkür Çetinkaya Öner

Çağrı is a partner (head of data and technology) of AECO Law Firm in Istanbul, focused on data protection and cybersecurity. Over the course of his career near 20 years, Çağrı has advised international and domestic clients across various sectors such as IT, life sciences, retail, energy, logistics, and financial services. Before founding AECO, he held senior roles at international firms and served as a research assistant at the U.S. CFTC. He is a dual qualified (Türkiye and New York) attorney, a lecturer on data protection and cybersecurity and holds CIPP/E, CIPM, and FIP certifications.

Session 3: Claims Arising from Cyber Attacks

Synopsis: The target of the ransomware attack is facing claims by its customers. The panel will discuss potential legal bases in different jurisdictions for asserting claims and will explore defense strategies. Damage mitigation measures, the viability of mass claims and taking recourse along the supply chain will also be addressed.

Moderator:

• Phil Catania, Coors Chambers Westgarth (Australia)

Panelists:

• Nino Tlapak, DORDA Rechtsanwalte (Austria)
• Luca Egitto, RP Legal & Tax (Italy)
• Peter Orphanos, Global Data Risk LLC

Phil Catania, Coors Chambers Westgarth

Phil is a consultant and former partner (of 32 years!) of Corrs Chambers Westgarth. in Australia. He has acted in some of Australia’s major cyber breach and data matters including for Marriott, Adobe, Facebook and LinkedIn. He is a former board member of iTechLaw and chair of the Data Protection Committee, .a current iTechLaw Ambassador, President of the Victorian Society for Computers & the Law and is teaching Data Law at the law school of the University of Melbourne. He is an author of a number of publications in the area of technology and the law.

Nino Tlapak, DORDA Rechtsanwalte

Nino Tlapak joined DORDA’s IT and data protection team in 2013 and became a partner in 2021. He specialises in data protection and IT-security law. Other practice areas include e-commerce and out- and cloudsourcing. Nino is particularly known for his data protection activities, is co-head of the data protection team and acts as external data protection officer for selected clients. In addition, Nino speaks on this topic at international data protection conferences and lectures at Danube University Krems (data protection and privacy), FH Technikum Wien, FH Campus Wien, and the IT law masters degree at the University of Vienna.

Luca Egitto, RP Legal & Tax

Luca Egitto is an IP and technology lawyer based in Italy. Luca advises clients operating in Entertainment, Sports, IT and E-commerce industries. He focuses on innovation, branding, anti-counterfeiting and data security.

He is a teacher in law at the Fondazione Istituto Tecnico Superiore per le Tecnologie dell’Informazione in Turin, and a lecturer at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milano. He is also research fellow at the Information Society Law Center of the University of Milan. Within his areas of expertise, Luca has published articles and contributions in the Journal of Information, Law and Technology (UK), World Sports Law Report (UK), Computer Law Review International (DE), Portale Ius Privacy Giuffrè (IT); Giurisprudenza Penale (IT), Il Sole 24 Ore, Wired, Cryptonomyst.

He is also a member of Itechlaw and IAPP, and holds certifications as a CIPP/E and Data Protection Officer UNI 11697:2017.

Peter Orphanos, Global Data Risk LLC

Peter P. Orphanos is a Director with Global Data Risk LLC (“GDR”), a consulting firm specializing in cyber and technology-oriented investigations, and advising businesses operating in high-risk jurisdictions.  He joined GDR after 26 years as an FBI Agent and Supervisor, specializing in counterintelligence and national security work.  Before joining the FBI, Peter was a litigation attorney in New York, beginning his career with Baker & McKenzie.  He is a graduate of Williams College and New York Law School.  Peter is active in civic matters, having been elected to his town’s legislature and serves on its Finance & Budget Committee.

The influence of technology at all levels of sport has never been greater. From AI-based talent recruitment and ever more sophisticated data analytics, to concussion assessments and new uses of athlete data, technology is being used to assess and enhance performance, amplify the viewer experience and (perhaps more controversially) provide ever greater information sets to third party interests such as the betting and gaming industry. Also revolutionising sport is the use of technology to enhance fan experience and engagement. This includes the use of automated and AI generated content, as well as new formats that are appearing in established sports and leveraging technological advances. The perspectives of all involved are vital, from the athletes and rightsholders themselves, to lawyers and technologists. This panel will explore some key use cases of sports tech, and the legal considerations underpinning them.

Moderator:

• Alex Kelham, Lewis Silken

Panelists:

• Karl Cooke, ORB Innovation and PerformX
• Christian Scotland Williamson, Pupil Barrister at 39 Essex Chambers, NFL & Pro Rugby

Christian Scotland Williamson, Pupil Barrister at 39 Essex Chambers, NFL & Pro Rugby

Christian is a former two-sport professional athlete (Premiership Rugby and NFL) with over a decade of elite experience. He is a prominent broadcaster for talkSPORT and the BBC, covering the NFL International Series and multiple Super Bowls, and an International Ambassador for the NFL. Christian is also an Inspector for the British Boxing Board of Control. Beyond sport, Christian was called to the Bar in 2023 and serves on various sporting tribunals, including the RFU and EPCR Disciplinary Panels, and the Sport Resolutions National Panel. He is deeply committed to promoting social mobility through sport and education, and is a Trustee for the national charity Sporting Equals.

From smart factories to AI-assisted property deals, digital transformation is reshaping traditional sectors such as real estate, energy & utilities, mining & raw materials and manufacturing. But with innovation comes a range of issues, including a tangle of cross-border data collection rules, conflicting legal requirements as well as an increasing number of ESG reporting obligations. This session explores how businesses can modernise while managing contractual risks, complying with evolving ESG and transparency regulations, and reconciling privacy laws across jurisdictions—all without derailing their digital ambitions.

In this practical session, Oliver Kidd (Penningtons Manches Cooper), Cornelia Mattig (Roesle Frick & Partners) and Janet Toh (Shearn Delamore & Co.) explore the intersection of innovation and regulation, with a keen eye on how technology-focused legal professionals – both in‑house and in private practice – can help organisations modernise securely, compliantly, and strategically.

Oliver Kidd, Penningtons Manches Cooper

Oliver is a commercial lawyer, providing guidance to businesses on a variety of commercial contracts with a particular focus on IT, technology and procurement.

He supports clients with digital transformation and outsourcing, often in the financial services, retail and real estate sectors, and also advises on supply chain issues and cyber security.

Oliver is recommended in both Chambers and The Legal 500 as a “Next Generation Partner” and as an IT, technology and outsourcing specialist.

He has industry experience, having worked in-house on secondment, and he regularly delivers client training sessions and various sector-focused events in the UK and internationally.

Cornelia Mattig, Roesle Frick & Partners

Cornelia Mattig is an Attorney at Law at Roesle Frick & Partners, specialising in New Technology, ICT, Data Protection, ESG and Corporate & M&A. With extensive experience advising clients on regulatory compliance, privacy management, and transactional matters, she brings a strong legal background from universities in Switzerland, the UK and the Netherlands. Cornelia Mattig provides strategic legal counsel tailored to evolving regulatory landscapes to clients ranging from start-ups to established listed and non-listed companies.

Janet Toh, Shearn Delamore & Co

Janet Toh has more than 20 years of experience in intellectual property and technology law. She is the co-head of the Technology, Multimedia & Telecommunications Practice Group and head of the Personal Data Protection Practice Group at Shearn Delamore & Co. Her practice spans a broad spectrum of matters, including Intellectual property protection and commercialisation, advertising and consumer law, e-commerce, franchising, gaming, regulatory approvals, and telecommunications. Janet is also extensively involved in complex technology and commercial transactions, such as outsourcing, software licensing, and IT system development across diverse industry sectors. In addition, she advises clients on data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity, and frequently assists with regulatory compliance, cross-border data flows and cyber incident response. Beyond her client work, Janet is involved in ITechlaw, and she currently serves as the Co-Deputy Chairperson of the Bar Council Cyber & Privacy Law Committee.

For those that do not want the fun to end after the Gala Reception and Dinner, please find some recommendations of nearby venues that may offer late night fun, drinks, and eats. Note that ITechLaw has made no reservations/group area holds with these venues, they are recommendations of nearby options only, attendees are encouraged to stick together if they are staying out past the Gala Dinner. Some venues may require ID and may scan ID prior to entrance.

Duck & Waffle | 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY | Duck & Waffle London (13 min walk) 

• Hours: Open 24/7 (food & bar); They run a late-night menu from 12:00 am to ~5:30 am daily.  

• Perched on the 40th floor of the Heron Tower, Duck & Waffle offers sweeping views of the City alongside a menu that spans brunch, dinner, late-night snacks and creative cocktails. It’s one of London’s few restaurants that truly never sleeps, making it ideal for late arrivals or nocturnal appetites.

Lucky Cat | Floor 60, 22 Bishopsgate, EC2N 4AJ | Lucky Cat – Gordon Ramsay Restaurants (12 min walk) 

• Hours: On Thursday–Saturday, open 11:30 am to 3:00 am; Monday–Wednesday 11:30 am to 1:00 am; Sunday 11:30 am to 10:00 pm  

• They host DJ residencies as part of their “London Nights Redefined” concept, especially Thursday to Saturday late into the night. 

• Lucky Cat offers a glamorous roof top level bar/restaurant experience high above the Square Mile, blending sleek Asian inspired small plates with elevated cocktails and music. Its DJ driven nightlife elements help transform it from upscale dining to late night lounge territory. 

The Nickel Bar at The Ned | 27 Poultry, London, EC2R 8AJ | The Ned / Nickel Bar (5 min walk) 

• Hours: On weekdays, ~8:00 am to ~2:00 am; Saturdays ~9:00 am to 3:00 am; Sunday midday (for Ned’s Sunday Feast) through ~8:00 pm. Some sources list slightly different cutoffs (e.g. Friday until 3 am)  

• The Nickel Stage hosts live performances (jazz trios, emerging artists, etc.) on a daily schedule. Because it’s part of The Ned, there may also be special hotel/bar tie in events (e.g. themed evenings) though none are explicitly listed yet for Oct 30. 

• Housed in the opulent banking hall of The Ned, The Nickel Bar combines marble columns and Art Deco glamour with a classic cocktail atmosphere and live music on its stage. It’s a destination for both daytime drinks and late night jazz and bar snacks in a refined yet lively setting. 

Queen of Hoxton | 1 Curtain Road, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3JX | The Hoxton / Queen of Hoxton (20 min walk/7 min cab ride) 

• Hours: On Thursdays the rooftop & club typically stay open until ~2:00 am (or later on weekends). 

• Queen of Hoxton regularly hosts DJ nights, rooftop parties, and occasional drag brunch events (often on weekends) though none are explicitly listed yet for Oct 30. 

• Queen of Hoxton sits at the confluence of Shoreditch’s vibrant nightlife and the City’s fringe, with a gritty cool, flexible space that can morph from daytime bar to rooftop party to club. Its reputation for edgy programming and a compulsory ID policy make it a go-to when you want to dance late in an alternative environment. 

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Guests staying at The Andaz are invited to enjoy breakfast at the hotel as part of their accommodation. For all other conference attendees, a light breakfast will be provided at Convene at 155 Bishopsgate.

Join us for a fascinating insight into a year in the life of innovative UK start-up as Orrick TMT partner Jamie Moore interviews James Smith, Founder and Chief Executive of Human Native AI.

Initially set up as an online marketplace to enable AI platforms to licence content from rights holders, Human Native is now undertaking a business pivot reflecting the current evolving and fast moving market.  James will walk through this as well as key issues such as the climate for high-tech startups in the UK, including investor sentiment & the ups and downs of funding rounds; the position of the UK vis-a-via the EU and US in the regulatory framework for both intellectual property, data and AI; and the inevitable stresses and day to day responsibilities of being a leader in this space.

It promises to be an insightful discussion!

Join your colleagues for networking opportunities, designed to foster connections and collaboration! Attendees are encouraged to take this opportunity to engage with fellow participants, share ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed atmosphere. Refreshments will be provided to keep you energized as you network. Make the most of these moments and expand your professional network!

Ever wondered why the big tech suppliers take certain positions in negotiation?  In this session, GCs from some of the leading global IT and consulting companies lift the lid on how to negotiate win-win deals.  We’ll discuss what genuinely motivates good supplier behaviours and bust some of the pre(or mis)-conceptions we may have about negotiating with big suppliers.  Join us to gain an insight into what risks are keeping suppliers up at night and how this should factor into your thinking when negotiating big tech and outsourcing deals, or trying to resolve troubled IT projects.

Moderator:

• Adrian Sim, Bristows (UK)

Panelists:

• Aaron Nulty, Capgemini
• Elisa de Rocca-Serra, Cognizant
• Anna Nikolaou, Dell

Adrian Sim, Bristows

Adrian Sim is a leading IT specialist who has market-leading experience advising clients on technology, cloud and digital transformation transactions. Adrian’s practice spans a range of sectors including technology, financial services, life sciences and consumer products. He regularly leads and negotiates high profile IT procurement, outsourcing, cloud and complex systems development and integration projects on both the customer and supplier side and is recognised as a leading IT / outsourcing lawyer in the directories.

Digital advertising has been referred to as the “underwriter” of the Internet — fueling innovation, connecting people across borders, and enabling businesses to deliver free or low-cost content to a global audience. But as the digital ad ecosystem continues to race ahead of evolving laws and rising consumer expectations, critical questions remain: What’s next?

Join our panel of seasoned experts—from industry leaders to legal practitioners—as they unpack emerging trends in online advertising, tracking technologies, and the complex compliance landscape across the UK, US, and EU. The discussion will explore how privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) intersect with tracking practices—and whether PETs can truly resolve the challenges that have come to define this space.

Moderator

Panelists

• Julie Carel, Momentum Avocats (France)
• Melissa Maalouf, ZwillGen PLLC (USA)
• Iysha Stanley, Tesco Media (UK)
• Hanne Tuomisto-Inch, Google (UK)

Julie Carel, Momentum Avocats, France

Julie is a tech lawyer and founding partner at Momentum Avocats. She has significant experience advising clients regarding matters related to digital and innovative technologies, including regarding intellectual property, personal data, and cybersecurity aspects. Julie’s practice covers both counseling and litigation, ensuring that case strategy matches clients’ business goals. She has acquired particular skills in the understanding of complex technical matters, enabling her to provide efficient advice regarding new or upcoming digital regulatory frameworks.

Melissa Maalouf, ZwillGen PLLC, USA
Melissa advises clients on a variety of privacy, security, advertising, and e-commerce matters, including in the context of regulatory investigations, compliance strategies, and corporate transactions. She counsels companies on online tracking, AI, sensitive data use, children’s privacy, and fintech. Melissa defends clients in federal and state enforcement actions under laws like the CCPA, COPPA, FERPA, BIPA, and GLBA. She also advises on AI governance, global data protection laws (including GDPR and LGPD), and international data transfers.

Join us for a dynamic exploration of how legal innovation is reshaping the future of space technology.

This session will dive into cutting-edge innovative legal and regulatory national practices responding to new tech drivers (from launch and orbital operations to spectrum and market access) showcasing how legal frameworks are evolving to meet the demands of a rapidly changing industry.

Through a spotlight on Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), the panel will unpack the legal complexities of space missions. Expect insights into: (i) how legal and regulatory frameworks must evolve to address jurisdictional ambiguities and inconsistencies, liability considerations and mechanisms for conflict prevention; and (ii) and the tools needed to build commercial and governmental confidence, insurance and finance in this emerging frontier.

Finally, we will tackle one of the most urgent challenges: space sustainability. Discover how legal and regulatory innovation can drive and incentivise space and spectrum sustainability objectives, and ensure the long-term viability of space activities for generations to come.

Moderators

Panelists

• Rafael Garcia del Poyo, Osborne Clarke, Spain
• Joanne Wheeler, Alden Legal, UK
• Véronique Glaude, ITU Space Services, Switzerland
• Ruth Pritchard-Kelly, RPK Advisors, USA

Danny co-founded Preiskel & Co over 20 years ago and has over 30 years’ of telecoms experience advising internationally. He is a Chambers ranked leading communications lawyer for over 25 years and is a regular speaker at telecoms conferences, a Judge on the prestigious Capacity Awards and served on the Mobile Ecosystem Forum EMEA Board. He has been increasingly working on satellite issues, including being external counsel to a satellite regulator and leading an international working group of satellite lawyers which he hosts in his metaverse office. Previous experience includes working as an investment banker in Deutsche Banks’s telecoms team.

Elias Mühlemann

Elias Mühlemann (LL.M in Law, Science and Technology, 2018) is a managing associate with VISCHER’s TMT practice in Zurich. He supports clients in the implementation of innovative business models and complex coopera-tion structures with a strong focus on the telecommunications sector. He was engaged in the public consultation on the draft of the Swiss Space Act.

Rafael Garcia del Poyo, Osborne Clarke

Véronique Glaude

Véronique has over 25 years of experience in Radio Regulations for satellite systems at the ITE, the United Nations Specialized Agency for ICTs.

Ruth Pritchard-Kelly

Ruth Pritchard-Kelly is an expert on satellite regulatory policy with over 30 years of experience. She has advised governments and industry on regulatory, spectrum, and sustainable space policy, and is currently on the Board of the Secure World Foundation and is a member of New America’s LEO Working Group.   Pritchard-Kelly was the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at OneWeb, and worked at O3b, SES, and American Mobile Satellite. She has a Master’s Degree in space and telecommunications policy from George Washington University and a J.D. from the University of Maryland.  Ms. Pritchard-Kelly has advised the UN and Apple, and has served on the Boards of the US Telecommunications Training Institute, the Arthur C. Clarke Foundation, and the Commerce Department’s Spectrum Management Advisory Committee.

A panel exploring the arms race between copyright and technology. From torrenting, streaming, search, social media and personality rights to AI, what rewards and redress should be available, and how best to manage the challenges of distribution and implementation of such rewards and redress?  What is the future role of Collective Management Organisations and what are their limitations?  Can technological solutions help?  Is new legislation, such as the proposed new Danish copyright protection for individual personality rights, the answer?

Moderator:

• Monica Connolly, Brodies, Scotland

Panelists:

• Peter Lind Nielsen, Bech Bruun, Denmark
• Matt Rogerson, Financial Times, UK
• Ulrike Till, WIPO, Switzerland

Monica Connolly, Brodies

Monica is a Legal Director at leading Scottish law firm Brodies LLP, specialising in intellectual property and IT outsourcing contract disputes.

Peter Lind Nielsen, Bech Bruun

Peter Lind Nielsen handles all types of technology contracts within development, implementation, outsourcing, hosting, cloud computing and automation projects, etc. Peter advises on the legal aspects of procurement, development and implementation of new technology, e.g. robots and AI as well as software licensing and in particular open source licenses and the protection of data.

For 20+ years Peter has advised both customers and suppliers within tech-transactions. He is versed in contract drafting, negotiation and a very skilled litigator. Peter is certified IT-lawyer under the Danish IT-lawyers Association and member of the board of the association.

Interested in helping plan an upcoming ITechLaw conference? Join us for an hour long lunch session to discuss ideas for conferences in 2026 and beyond. The Future Planning Lunch will wrap up with about 30 minutes to rejoin the Networking Lunch for those interested in participating in both. For additional information on joining a Planning Committee, please reach out to conferences@itechlaw.org at any time!

2026 Conferences: 

January 2026 – India

May 2026 – Chicago, IL

October 2026 – Copenhagen, Denmark

Join your colleagues for networking opportunities, designed to foster connections and collaboration! Attendees are encouraged to take this opportunity to engage with fellow participants, share ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed atmosphere. Luncha & refreshments will be provided to keep you energized as you network. Make the most of these moments and expand your professional network!

Details coming soon!

Understand what’s actually going on with the paranormal activity behind the untapped potential of Generative AI that could be revolutionising your disputes and investigations work.

This Halloween, we’re lifting the veil on AI mysteries through hands-on demonstrations of real applications you can implement immediately.

Whether you’re a skeptical traditionalist or curious early adopter, leave with a comprehensive toolkit of AI applications and best practices that will transform your most challenging cases—no prior experience required, just bring your curiosity and willingness to see legal technology in a new light. 🎃

Presenters: Stu Craft and Anthony Usher, FTI Consulting

This session aims to deliver a masterclass in practical tech dispute resolution. A global panel covering Europe, the US, and India will share battle-tested strategies for navigating complex IT disputes. They will focus on the crucial elements that drive results: creating a strategy, managing stakeholders, leveraging experts, and the psychology of negotiation. Attendees will leave with actionable tactics to resolve conflicts efficiently and effectively, saving time and cost for their clients or their business.

Moderator

• Helen Armstrong, RPC (UK)

Panelists

• Shashank Mishra, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas (India)
• Marcus Harris, Taft Law (USA)
• Vicky Cooper, Deloitte (UK and NSE)

Shashank Mishra, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas

Shashank Mishra, Partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co, India, advises on all aspects of the Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) from disputes and regulatory perspective. He represents corporations before various Indian forums, advising on strategy, and managing litigations end-to-end. He advises clients on risks, impact and compliance strategies for technology product launches, and changes in legal and policy framework. He possesses first-hand experience in helping clients devise policy positions, submissions to authorities, and engaging with government. He has handled clients’ issues at various stages of their business cycles and assisted in high stakes disputes, with global ramifications.

Details coming soon!

Join your colleagues for networking opportunities, designed to foster connections and collaboration! Attendees are encouraged to take this opportunity to engage with fellow participants, share ideas, and build valuable relationships in a relaxed atmosphere. Refreshments will be provided to keep you energized as you network. Make the most of these moments and expand your professional network!

Tim Carter, CEO of Karmanline leads us on a fascinating insight into how AI is reshaping the future of film and TV storytelling, and in particular how Hollywood and other production creatives are beginning to use AI in their work. As lawyers we tend to dismiss the output of AI as derivative (from the perspective of IP) and this session will give us the opportunity to view the output of AI from a different perspective.

Tim Carter

Tim co-founded Karmanline to revolutionise video production, connecting every creative choice to its production consequences on a compliant technology platform. This helps studios and producers handle ‘AI’, collapsing budgets, and exploding demand—all at once.

Tim comes to entertainment from law via technology over a 25 year career working internationally. He holds the unofficial record for a week’s billable hours as an Allen & Overy trainee (137.5) and advocated a multi-billion dollar merger at the European Commission using toy robots. He moved in-house from A&O’s commercial IP team to mobile OS pioneer Symbian before joining Google as UK counsel. He then switched to business roles, building global partnerships for Android. He co-founded Peek Vision, a non-profit supporting eye health programmes in low income settings, built technology partnerships with accountants for Silverfin, and protected actors from unconsented ‘AI’ at Flawless.

Tim is Non-Executive Director at HotelMap, the event hotel booking platform, International Advisor to Instituto Identidades do Brasil, Brazil’s leading antiracism organisation, and Trustee at East London Dance.

He can be found on LinkedIn, where he posts often. You have been warned.