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Online-Forum |
16.04.2026 |
Online |
Language: English

1st Annual AI in Practice under EU Law Forum

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The 1st Annual AI in Practice under EU Law Forum is a one-day free online event examining how artificial intelligence is being implemented and governed across Europe under evolving EU legal frameworks. 

As the first edition of an annual series, the event establishes a baseline view of AI governance and compliance in Europe, offering participants a grounded reference point for navigating AI-related legal obligations. 

Participants receive a certificate upon participation.

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Who Should Participate?

  • AI Researchers and Developers: AI professionals who are working on AI applications in the field of cybersecurity, including those developing AI-driven threat detection and prevention systems.
  • Privacy Advocates and Legal Experts: Individuals involved in data protection, privacy regulations, and legal aspects of cybersecurity, such as lawyers and privacy officers.
  • Business Leaders and Executives: CEOs, CTOs, and decision-makers who need to understand how AI impacts their organization’s cybersecurity and data protection strategies.
  • Government Representatives: Policymakers, government officials, and regulatory authorities interested in understanding the implications of AI on data security and privacy.
  • Academics and Researchers: Scholars and researchers in the fields of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data privacy.
  • Startups and Entrepreneurs: Innovators and entrepreneurs looking to explore opportunities in the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
  • IT Professionals: IT managers, network administrators, and IT staff responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity measures within organizations.

Methodology

A workshop by Lexxion Publisher offers a great learning experience with a hands-on approach. Our high-level experts from EU Institutions, and the private sector will support you in applying complex rules to your practical day-to-day work. To achieve the best results, we employ a mixture of learning methods.

To ensure that you get the best possible understanding of the topics at hand, our Workshop sessions combine theoretical presentations, case study analysis and highly interactive discussions on practical issues. You will have ample opportunities to present your issues and exchange information and experiences with speakers and participants from other Member States.

Workshop materials will be available to download after the event.

Programme

Thursday, 16. April | Timezone: (GMT+2:00) Central European Time (Berlin, Copenhagen, Madrid, Paris)

Chair of the Seminar
Pier Giorgio Chiara, Ph.D. Assistant Professor at the University of Bologna, Department of Legal Studies and CIRSFID-Alma AI Research Centre
11:00

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Pier Giorgio Chiara, Ph.D. Assistant Professor at the University of Bologna, Department of Legal Studies and CIRSFID-Alma AI Research Centre
11:15

Regulatory Landscape: What Is Now Binding

  • Overview of the EU AI Act as the first comprehensive, binding framework for AI, including its risk-based approach and structure
  • Key concepts and compliance areas: AI models vs systems, prohibited practices, transparency, AI literacy, and GPAI obligations
  • Implementation timeline, enforcement architecture, and potential updates under the Digital Omnibus proposals
Paolo Balboni (P.) Professor of Privacy, Cybersecurity, and IT Contract Law at the European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity (ECPC), Maastricht University Faculty of Law
12:00

From Law to Practice: Implementing AI Compliance

  • Transition from generative AI to AI agents: key concepts and differences
  • Main security risks of agentic AI, based on the 2026 OWASP Top 10
  • Treatment of AI agents under the EU AI Act, including insights from the European Commission’s latest FAQ
Elena Bouka Global Legal Counsel Manager - AI & Data, Accenture
12:30

Break

13:30

AI Governance, Accountability & Data Protection

  • AI governance as a framework linking accountability and data protection
  • How organisations structure governance, assign responsibilities, and manage oversight
  • Ensuring alignment of AI systems with data protection requirements in practice
Petruta Pirvan AI Governance Specialist at EU Digital Partners
14:15

Special Panel: AI in Practice: Navigating Grey Zones, Prohibited Uses & Early Enforcement of AI

  • AI risks across the lifecycle: translating risk-based requirements into real deployment decisions, operational controls, and continuous monitoring
  • Legal grey zones in agentic AI: navigating overlaps between the AI Act, GDPR, and governance frameworks, and why system architecture shapes compliance
  • State of play of AI Act implementation: emerging guidance, enforcement readiness, and how AI agents and models are being addressed in practice

Moderator: Pier Giorgio Chiara, Ph.D. Assistant Professor at the University of Bologna, Department of Legal Studies and CIRSFID-Alma AI Research Centre

Petruta Pirvan AI Governance Specialist at EU Digital Partners
Cornelia Kutterer, LL.M. Co-Founder and Chief Legal Officer, Scrydon
Lauritz Morlock Legal Officer at the European AI Office, European Commission
15:15

Closing Remarks & What to Watch Next

Pier Giorgio Chiara, Ph.D. Assistant Professor at the University of Bologna, Department of Legal Studies and CIRSFID-Alma AI Research Centre

Speakers

Pier Giorgio Chiara, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor at the University of Bologna, Department of Legal Studies and CIRSFID-Alma AI Research Centre

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Paolo Balboni (P.)
Professor of Privacy, Cybersecurity, and IT Contract Law at the European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity (ECPC), Maastricht University Faculty of Law

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Elena Bouka
Global Legal Counsel Manager - AI & Data, Accenture

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Petruta Pirvan
AI Governance Specialist at EU Digital Partners

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Cornelia Kutterer, LL.M.
Co-Founder and Chief Legal Officer, Scrydon

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Lauritz Morlock
Legal Officer at the European AI Office, European Commission

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Venue

Online

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