From Data Policy to Practice: Bridging the Gap

Thursday 21st November 3-4.30pm (GMT)

Online Event

In the rapidly expanding global data and AI landscape, national and international policies shape the framework for data management and usage, but the divide between policy creation and real-world execution often poses a critical challenge. In our upcoming webinar, From Data Policy to Practice: Bridging the Gap, we will take an in-depth look at this crucial intersection, focusing specifically on the policy gaps that arise and exploring the steps needed to close these gaps effectively.

Policymakers at all levels face the difficult task of drafting comprehensive legislation, such as the Data Act and AI Act, that sets standards for data sharing, security, and privacy. However, ensuring that these policies are actionable and implementable across diverse sectors, industries, and regions requires more than just legislation—it demands practical frameworks, cross-sector collaboration, and tools for enforcement.

 

This webinar will explore the common gaps between policy creation and practical execution, particularly focusing on:

  • Government-Level Policies: How national governments and agencies can better align policy objectives with the tools and resources needed for effective on-the-ground implementation.
  • International Coordination: With data being shared across borders, the need for synchronised global frameworks is more urgent than ever. We’ll look at the challenges international bodies face in ensuring their policies are both adaptable and enforceable across different jurisdictions.
  • Bridging National and International Goals: How national interests can align with global regulations, such as the EU’s Data Act and the AI Act, to create a unified approach to data governance.

 

We’ll discuss how public and private stakeholders can work together to create cohesive policies that not only outline the “what” but also guide the “how” of implementation.

Key takeaways from the webinar:

  • Insights into the gaps between high-level policy creation and on-the-ground execution, specifically within government and international contexts.
  • Strategies for strengthening the connection between legislation and its practical rollout, ensuring compliance across sectors.
  • A deeper understanding of how national and international bodies can improve collaboration to develop more seamless, executable policies.
  • Discussion of potential frameworks or solutions that could help address the existing disconnect between policy design and operational reality.
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Speakers

Vice President and Director, Center for Data Innovation, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation

Daniel Castro

Vice President and Director, Center for Data Innovation, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation

Daniel Castro

Daniel Castro is vice president at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) and director of ITIF’s Center for Data Innovation.

Castro writes and speaks on a variety of issues related to information technology and internet policy, including privacy, security, intellectual property, Internet governance, e-government, and accessibility for people with disabilities. His work has been quoted and cited in numerous media outlets, including The Washington PostThe Wall Street JournalNPRUSA TodayBloomberg News, and Bloomberg Businessweek. In 2013, Castro was named to FedScoop’s list of the “top 25 most influential people under 40 in government and tech.” In 2015, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker appointed Castro to the Commerce Data Advisory Council.

Castro previously worked as an IT analyst at the Government Accountability Office (GAO) where he audited IT security and management controls at various government agencies. He contributed to GAO reports on the state of information security at a variety of federal agencies, including the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. In addition, Castro was a visiting scientist at the Software Engineering Institute in Pittsburgh, PA, where he developed virtual training simulations to provide clients with hands-on training of the latest information security tools.

He has a B.S. in foreign service from Georgetown University and an M.S. in information security technology and management from Carnegie Mellon University.

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