Law & Regulation

Legal experts and regulators who drive the discourse in law, governance, and policy-making, shaping the legal landscape with their knowledge and experience

Ivan David Ivković

Ivan David Ivković

Završen Pravni fakultet u Zagrebu, mag. iur.
Odvjetnik u Čakovcu.

Završen Pravni fakultet u Zagrebu, mag. iur. Odvjetnik u Čakovcu. Show more

Steve Diasio

Steve Diasio

Steve Diasio is an innovation expert and influencer who supports aspiring leaders, innovators, and change makers. His bootcamps, sprints, and training encourage individuals and organizations to critically examine their surroundings and envision a more innovative future. He is the founder of the School of Creativity and Innovation, where he crafts trainings on cutting-edge innovation methodologies, design thinking, and disruptive business models.

From the vibrant streets of Barcelona to the intellectual hubs of London, Steve's global perspective has been shaped by his tenure as a researcher at impactful institutions like ESADE Business School and Imperial Business School. In 2022, he was recognized as one of the Top 50 Business Professors in the World by the esteemed Poets&Quants Business School Rankings—a testament to his profound impact on the academic world.

Steve Diasio is an innovation expert and influencer who supports aspiring leaders, innovators, and change makers. His bootcamps, sprints, and training encourage individuals and organizations to critically examine their surroundings and envision a mor... Show more

Stephan Dalal

Stephan Dalal

Stephan is as much an engineer as he is a lawyer. He works with world-leading web 3.0 founders on a broad spectrum of corporate and regulatory matters, and advises projects on decentralization efforts, scaling, and governance.

Stephan is as much an engineer as he is a lawyer. He works with world-leading web 3.0 founders on a broad spectrum of corporate and regulatory matters, and advises projects on decentralization efforts, scaling, and governance. Show more

Aquayemi Akinsanya

Aquayemi Akinsanya

Aquayemi-Claude Garnett Akinsanya has founded GCBR and TCSL Campaign. While, addressing to call to action for Systematic Change. In the importance call for Equity / DEI with Equal opportunities for all. Garnetts Clothing Brand & Range "For the Eccentric, Fashionable people which  are in the World.  For their Voice to be out there Heard among the Crowd." #signatureuniqueness Which mission and reason behind  Clothing Brand is in aid of supporting the awareness for, The Claudes SEN Law Campaign know in short as "TCSL Campaign." We offer a number innovation projects such as the Action Zone Day, Podcast Zone Day, Safe Space Tuesday and Track of The Week some projects has been received well by the wider community. Including Campaign projects such as "The Claudes SEN Law Campaign. We have an Instagram Live and Podcast Interview opportunity which we offer.

Aquayemi-Claude Garnett Akinsanya has founded GCBR and TCSL Campaign. While, addressing to call to action for Systematic Change. In the importance call for Equity / DEI with Equal opportunities for all. Garnetts Clothing Brand & Range "For the Eccent... Show more

Lawrence ÁL-hamdu

Lawrence ÁL-hamdu

A humanitarian, human rights and a change agent. Heading The Lawrence Foundation, a nongovernmental organization working on mitigating drug abuse, providing medical assistant to the less privileged, as well as providing entrepreneurial medium for young people, for the alleviation of poverty.

A humanitarian, human rights and a change agent. Heading The Lawrence Foundation, a nongovernmental organization working on mitigating drug abuse, providing medical assistant to the less privileged, as well as providing entrepreneurial medium for you... Show more

Jennifer Maisel

Jennifer Maisel

Jen Maisel focuses her practice in an exceptionally challenging area of intellectual property law and litigation concerning rapidly-evolving digital technologies. With a degree in Information Science, Systems, and Technology, Jen has technical experience developing language models for natural language processing applications, and has been helping clients navigate through their IP, data protection, and privacy concerns in the space at Rothwell Figg. For large corporations and emerging companies, Jen also routinely represents clients with breakthrough innovations in virtual reality, big data, the Internet of Things, privacy, cybersecurity, quantum, and blockchain technologies.

Jen Maisel focuses her practice in an exceptionally challenging area of intellectual property law and litigation concerning rapidly-evolving digital technologies. With a degree in Information Science, Systems, and Technology, Jen has technical experi... Show more

Mihai Matache

Mihai Matache

Software developer with a love for Open Source and experience in working with CNCF tools such as Istio, Network Service Mesh and Open Telemetry.

Software developer with a love for Open Source and experience in working with CNCF tools such as Istio, Network Service Mesh and Open Telemetry. Show more

Scott Roloff

Scott Roloff

Scott Roloff is the President of IntegerHealth Technologies, which combines advanced analytics with medical expertise to quantify healthcare outcomes‒Driving down the costs while improving the care for health plans, wellness programs and workers’ compensation. Scott is both a CPA and a lawyer, uniquely blending financial, legal and operational experience; and he is also a Certified Management Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, and Chartered Global Management Accountant. Before joining IntegerHealth as one of its co-founders, he was the CFO or General Counsel for companies in the healthcare, software and telecom industries, and he also led a wireless technology start-up in the Caribbean. Prior to going into industry, Scott was a Corporate Partner at the international law firm of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld where he focused on M&A, SEC and general corporate matters. He holds a BBA in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin‒Whitewater, an MBA from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a J.D. from Southern Methodist University (SMU), where he was the valedictorian of his law school class.

Scott Roloff is the President of IntegerHealth Technologies, which combines advanced analytics with medical expertise to quantify healthcare outcomes‒Driving down the costs while improving the care for health plans, wellness programs and workers’ com... Show more

Dr. Vishal Pawar Ph.D.

Dr. Vishal Pawar Ph.D.

Dr. Vishal Pawar, Ph.D. is a 2x times Microsoft Data Platform MVP; currently reconnect MVP member and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), founder of the Global Power BI User, and co-leader of the PASS Business Analytics Virtual Group. He is currently working as a Principal Architect in Lunavi, with decades of experience in BI solution architecture and best practices. He has published more than 1000 articles since 2011 in SQL and BI. Vishal teaches a free Power BI course through Udemy, which has more than 100K+ students from around the globe. Vishal is an exceptional technology community leader worldwide, who actively shares their high quality, real-world expertise with the technical communities.

Dr. Vishal Pawar, Ph.D. is a 2x times Microsoft Data Platform MVP; currently reconnect MVP member and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), founder of the Global Power BI User, and co-leader of the PASS Business Analytics Virtual Group. He is currently ... Show more

Tracy Sanders, Esq.

Tracy Sanders, Esq.


Tracy Sanders, Esq. is an accomplished attorney, author, and speaker in Los Angeles.

Ms. Sanders established Natural Hair and the Law, an organization formed to provide publications, workshops, and events addressing legal issues related to natural hair in the workplace and schools. Ms. Sanders has an upcoming publication, The Crown Act Handbook: The Official Guide to Hair Texture Discrimination. Additionally, she is the author of Natural Hair Affirmations and Natural Hair in the Workplace: What Are Your Rights?, which has been featured in Essence, Los Angeles Sentinel, and the Black Caucus of the American Library Association and Natural. These books are available for purchase online at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Ms. Sanders has been honored with several prestigious awards. She received the United States Congresswoman/California Senator Sydney Kamlager Sister Circle Award and a Certificate of Special Recognition from United States Congresswoman/Mayor of Los Angeles Karen Bass for her outstanding community service. Ms. Sanders received the Netflix Business Award, Ebay Up & Running California Program, and Comerica Bank Los Angeles Lakers Women’s Business Award. Ms. Sanders has been a featured speaker at Yale University, LA Law Library, Corporate Counsel Women of Color Conference, Arizona State University College of Law, Loyola Law School, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Leadership Seminar. Ms. Sanders appeared on TV networks such as ABC, CNBC, FOX, MSNBC, TLC, and WE. She hosted a podcast, Legal Talk With Tracy Sanders.

Ms. Sanders earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at the University of South Carolina, Master of Public Administration at the University of South Carolina, Juris Doctorate at Syracuse University College of Law, and Women's Entrepreneurship Certificate at Cornell University. Ms. Sanders joined the American Bar Association, American Society for Public Administration, and Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles. She established the Attorney Tracy Sanders Foundation to help youths achieve their education and career goals.

Tracy Sanders, Esq. is an accomplished attorney, author, and speaker in Los Angeles. Ms. Sanders established Natural Hair and the Law, an organization formed to provide publications, workshops, and events addressing legal issues related to natur... Show more

Ewald Horn

Ewald Horn

Ewald is a notorious freelancer with questionable coding ethics and even worse barista skills. When he's not screwing up a good coffee, he can be found messing up some poor PM's day. In his spare time, he plays with his dog and wishes he had a real job, like a lawyer.

Ewald is a notorious freelancer with questionable coding ethics and even worse barista skills. When he's not screwing up a good coffee, he can be found messing up some poor PM's day. In his spare time, he plays with his dog and wishes he had a real j... Show more

Zak Kurtz

Zak Kurtz

Zakari Kurtz is an attorney and entrepreneur and is the Founder of Sneaker Law Firm, PLLC. He helps creatives in legal and business matters and operates a specialized law firm that focusses on fashion and new technologies.

Mr. Kurtz and his firm are one of a kind in the industry and saves clients time and money through his organic and unparalleled experiences and knowledge of the business and legal sides of sneakers and streetwear. He is a regular speaker at events and spoke at NFT NYC last year.

Zakari Kurtz is an attorney and entrepreneur and is the Founder of Sneaker Law Firm, PLLC. He helps creatives in legal and business matters and operates a specialized law firm that focusses on fashion and new technologies. Mr. Kurtz and his firm ... Show more

Maira Elahi

Maira Elahi

Maira Elahi is a Canada-based student researcher, dedicated to using technology, policy, and advocacy to serve her community. She has initiated various personal endeavors, namely establishing her own startup, working on app development, partnering with multiple organizations and academic institutions to research how emerging technology can assist disadvantaged groups, and spearheading a team in her city to educate students on the intersection of social change and youth. Her unwavering commitment to innovating responsibly with our best collective humane interests and involving youth in high-level decision-making processes motivates and encourages her on a daily basis.

Maira Elahi is a Canada-based student researcher, dedicated to using technology, policy, and advocacy to serve her community. She has initiated various personal endeavors, namely establishing her own startup, working on app development, partnering wi... Show more

Roxy Ndebumadu

Roxy Ndebumadu

Roxy Ndebumadu is a visionary leader and angel investor, acclaimed for her groundbreaking work in ethical AI, modernization of government technologies, and assessing the impacts of customer experience and online harms on consumer behavior. Mayor Pro Tem Ndebumadu is the youngest female and first African American woman to be elected as a Councilwoman for Bowie, MD. Recently, Roxy cofounded Spry AI (www.spry-ai.com), a company focused on nimble products and services leveraging AI to optimize customer experiences in critical infrastructure.

Roxy Ndebumadu is a visionary leader and angel investor, acclaimed for her groundbreaking work in ethical AI, modernization of government technologies, and assessing the impacts of customer experience and online harms on consumer behavior. Mayor Pro ... Show more

Isaac Ijuo

Isaac Ijuo

Isaac Ijuo | Attorney and Product Manager
Isaac Ijuo is an effervescent Product Manager with a strong passion for blockchain and fintech solutions. He has successfully led teams in these domains to build valuable products using remote work and agile methodologies. Isaac's expertise lies in taking products from concept to market, covering revenue generation, product design, customer support, customer development, and go-to-market strategies. He excels in
problem-solving, team collaboration, and interpersonal skills, enabling effective communication with development teams and stakeholders.

Isaac is a graduate of Law, but with an unmatched passion for Tech, and he is laser-focused on Technology Management. Over the years, he has honed his skills as a Product Manager in the dynamic and rapidly evolving blockchain and fintech space.
His experience encompasses working with globally distributed teams, utilizing agile methodologies, and driving innovation in the industry.

In recent times, Isaac has further contributed to the growth of product knowledge through his bi-weekly insightful articles on product management on his dedicated blog, attracting a wide audience and fostering knowledge sharing within the community.

Isaac Ijuo | Attorney and Product Manager Isaac Ijuo is an effervescent Product Manager with a strong passion for blockchain and fintech solutions. He has successfully led teams in these domains to build valuable products using remote work and agile... Show more

Ondra Urban

Ondra Urban

I’ve been a lawyer and an engineer. Now I’m the COO of Apify, but I prefer to think of myself as the chief debugging officer. I enjoy finding weak spots and bottlenecks in systems and unlocking their full potential. Apify’s mission is to make the web more programmable. My mission is to make Apify the well-oiled machine that can achieve that goal. By the way, I love race cars 🏎, science 👨‍🔬 and gaming 🎮.

I’ve been a lawyer and an engineer. Now I’m the COO of Apify, but I prefer to think of myself as the chief debugging officer. I enjoy finding weak spots and bottlenecks in systems and unlocking their full potential. Apify’s mission is to make the web... Show more

Chris Buckridge

Chris Buckridge

Chris Buckridge is an independent advisor, consultant, and commentator more than two decades of experience in the Internet technical governance space. Currently a member of the Internet Governance Forum Multistakeholder Advisory Group and an incoming member of the ICANN Board of Directors, he is involved in discussions around global digital cooperation and EU digital policy.

Chris Buckridge is an independent advisor, consultant, and commentator more than two decades of experience in the Internet technical governance space. Currently a member of the Internet Governance Forum Multistakeholder Advisory Group and an incoming... Show more

Didi Rufus

Didi Rufus

Venezuelan. Lawyer and NFT Artist. YouTube content creator and entrepreneur. Living in Portugal since 2020. 100% dedicated to help artists and investors to develop their projects on the Web3.

Venezuelan. Lawyer and NFT Artist. YouTube content creator and entrepreneur. Living in Portugal since 2020. 100% dedicated to help artists and investors to develop their projects on the Web3. Show more

Sakina Pesh

Sakina Pesh

I am a strategic and progressive professional with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. I have extensive experience in Digital Strategy, Marketing & Transformation, Business Development, Process Improvement, Project Management, New Channel Development, Business & Technology Alignment. managing marketing plans and campaigns that drive sales, expand markets and generate leads to revenue and company growth.
Throughout my career, I have been an effective leader and member of the team. As a leader, I train and mentor my team members to upskill their current market intelligence and improve their performance. As a member of the team, I commit to corporate directions and know when to step in and make meaningful contributions.

I am a strategic and progressive professional with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. I have extensive experience in Digital Strategy, Marketing & Transformation, Business Development, Process Improvement, Project Mana... Show more

Mihaela Apostol

Mihaela Apostol

Double qualified lawyer (England and Wales and Romania) with nine years of experience in international dispute resolution. Strong interest in legal tech and its impact on solving disputes. Founder of ArbTech - an online discussion forum that fosters cross-disciplinary dialogue on the future of justice and technology.

Double qualified lawyer (England and Wales and Romania) with nine years of experience in international dispute resolution. Strong interest in legal tech and its impact on solving disputes. Founder of ArbTech - an online discussion forum that fosters ... Show more

Christian Häp

Christian Häp

Originally coming from software development, I have been researching and developing new technologies and architectures in the cloud for many years.
As CTO at JUNE, I am now responsible for several software development teams, the further development of our cloud platform, the Product Management and IT.

Originally coming from software development, I have been researching and developing new technologies and architectures in the cloud for many years. As CTO at JUNE, I am now responsible for several software development teams, the further development ... Show more

Stephen Wink

Stephen Wink

Stephen Wink is a partner in the New York office of Latham & Watkins and a co-chair of the firm’s Global Digital Assets & Web3 Practice. He advises digital asset and web3 ecosystem players including exchanges, trading platforms, NFT and token issuers, as well as traditional financial institutions and investment banks on matters involving the regulation of markets, and related compliance and enforcement matters. Mr. Wink advises on the overlapping patchwork of regulations covering the financial markets and their application to innovative products and platforms, including laws under the SEA of 1934 and rules of the FINRA. Mr. Wink is ranked in Band 1 by Chambers FinTech and is recognized by Chambers USA as one of the country’s leading financial services broker-dealer regulation lawyers.

Stephen Wink is a partner in the New York office of Latham & Watkins and a co-chair of the firm’s Global Digital Assets & Web3 Practice. He advises digital asset and web3 ecosystem players including exchanges, trading platforms, NFT and token issuers... Show more

Arsalan Ayub

Arsalan Ayub

Arsalan is a Tactical Change Enthusiast leveraging his 15 plus years in the industry to impact lives globally by ensuring business ideas are turned into reality. Currently Evangelizing Fintech, Security, Web3, Digital Trust, Privacy and DeFi.

Possessing global work experience with large corporations and communities. Been awarded Microsoft Most Valuable award in 2007/2009. Participated in development and review of various frameworks and manuals at ISACA, NIST, IASA and MS. Technical Head of the founding member of the Bahrain Fintech Bay. A passionate mentor, digital trust advocate and SME for privacy at ISACA international. Held various director positions at ISACA Bahrain Chapter focusing on Membership at the moment.

Arsalan is a Tactical Change Enthusiast leveraging his 15 plus years in the industry to impact lives globally by ensuring business ideas are turned into reality. Currently Evangelizing Fintech, Security, Web3, Digital Trust, Privacy and DeFi. Pos... Show more

Anifowoshe Noah

Anifowoshe Noah

Anifowoshe Noah is a positive-minded and talented professional in the field of Information Technology and project management with 7 years of industry experience. Team player with courage and good leadership skills. Experienced project manager, systems and network administrator. Possessing an in-depth understanding of relevant legislation, procedures and techniques required to assist with the day-to-day running of an IT department and its business IT systems. Extensive knowledge of monitoring and controlling data security within guidelines to ensure compliance and report on possible improvements. Extensive knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their application to complex cases, group work, and community issues. Skilled in teaching and demonstrating advanced first-aid techniques.

Experienced in providing first aid training to community groups and corporate organizations. Holds a Bachelor of Information Technology and Business Information Systems from Middlesex University and A Master of Project Management from Lagos State University. Passionate about volunteering and making a positive impact in the world.

Anifowoshe Noah has received training from various international organizations, including Queens University, ICRC, UNESCO, NIIT, APTECH EDU, AFIDFF, IFRC, World Safety Organization and First Aid Services Nigeria among others. He is trained in Advocacy and Resource Mobilization, Community Early Warning Systems (CEWS), Information Management and more.

Driven by a passion to alleviate human suffering, Noah has directed his experiences and training to promote involvement in humanitarian endeavours through efficient volunteer management in Nigeria and emergency response. He actively engages with professional organizations and associations, contributing to thought leadership and research activities.

As an emerging professional, Noah brings unparalleled expertise and insight to his work, delivering exceptional results to his clients and stakeholders.

Anifowoshe Noah is a positive-minded and talented professional in the field of Information Technology and project management with 7 years of industry experience. Team player with courage and good leadership skills. Experienced project manager, system... Show more

Ángel Haro del Moral

Ángel Haro del Moral

Advertising graduate with more than 8 years of experience in Marketing (FMCG), digital marketing, and KAM positions. Currently, I am a university professor in the degree of Advertising and co-founder and marketing director at Universelle, a web 3 strategy development consultancy with a focus on NFT projects for companies and Saas development through smart contracts. Universelle is the consultancy behind the marketplace Rarestamp.xyz, the marketplace for Bitcoin NFTs called Stamps.

Advertising graduate with more than 8 years of experience in Marketing (FMCG), digital marketing, and KAM positions. Currently, I am a university professor in the degree of Advertising and co-founder and marketing director at Universelle, a web 3 str... Show more

Sujata Dasgupta

Sujata Dasgupta

Sujata Dasgupta is a multiple international award-winning industry leader, and Global Head of Financial Crime Compliance Advisory at Tata Consultancy Services, based in Stockholm, Sweden. She has over 22 years of experience, having worked extensively in the areas of fraud and financial crime risk management across Banking, IT services and consulting for premier banks in 7 countries covering US, UK, Europe and Asia. She specializes in digital strategy and transformation of financial fraud risk management by leveraging AI, ML and other advanced digital technologies.
She is an accomplished thought leader, author, columnist, and speaker, and is regularly interviewed by reputed international journals for her analysis and opinions on contemporary topics in this area.
She has won several awards, including ‘Risk Professional of the Year’ by Waters Technology, and ‘Head of FinCrime Compliance’ award from GRC World Forums in 2021.

Sujata Dasgupta is a multiple international award-winning industry leader, and Global Head of Financial Crime Compliance Advisory at Tata Consultancy Services, based in Stockholm, Sweden. She has over 22 years of experience, having worked extensively... Show more

Christina Colclough

Christina Colclough

With this talk Christina aims to discuss with technologists, management and employees what it will take to protect human rights in increasingly digitalised workplaces. What are the relations and responsibilities between tech developers, deployers and those who are subjects of the systems? Who should be assessing and governing what? And what new competencies are needed to do this right?

Widely regarded as a thought leader on the futures of work(ers) and the politics of digital technology, Dr Christina J. Colclough is an advocate for the workers’ voice and for strong, quality public services. She founded the Why Not Lab with the aim to reshape the current digitalisation trajectory in order to protect human rights, freedoms and autonomy.
Christina’s background is in labour market research and in the global labour movement, where she led their future of work policies, advocacy and strategies for a number of years. She was the author of the union movement's first principles on Workers' Data Rights and the Ethics of AI.

The Why Not Lab is engaged in capacity building projects across the world bridging theoretical understanding with practical workplace realities. Christina is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in the UK, an Advisory Board member of the Carnegie Council AI and Equality Initiative, member of the OECD AI expert group and is affiliated to Copenhagen University.

With this talk Christina aims to discuss with technologists, management and employees what it will take to protect human rights in increasingly digitalised workplaces. What are the relations and responsibilities between tech developers, deployers and... Show more

Tom Schifter

Tom Schifter

I'm a Product Manager at Kaltura with degrees in law and Economics from Tel-Aviv University and previous experience as a QA Tester and Legal Data Analyst at LitiGate, and as an Intelligence Analyst in the IAFI and 8200 Unit. Additionally, I volunteer to train people on the autistic spectrum for QA positions in the high-tech industry. I'm passionate about data, user experience, and tennis.

I'm a Product Manager at Kaltura with degrees in law and Economics from Tel-Aviv University and previous experience as a QA Tester and Legal Data Analyst at LitiGate, and as an Intelligence Analyst in the IAFI and 8200 Unit. Additionally, I volunteer... Show more

Jonathan McDowell

Jonathan McDowell

Jonathan is a software architect who knows just enough about electronics to annoy hardware engineers. He has an interest in building systems that respect the freedom of their users, and has been an active member of the Debian project for many years. He believes privacy and security should be considered from the outset of any project, and that not doing so does a disservice to users. Jonathan has worked for a variety of large and small companies, locally as well as in England and California, but these days lives in Belfast and is fully remote.

Jonathan is a software architect who knows just enough about electronics to annoy hardware engineers. He has an interest in building systems that respect the freedom of their users, and has been an active member of the Debian project for many years. ... Show more

Alban Schmutz

Alban Schmutz

Chairman of Cispe
VP strategic dev & public Affais OVHcloud
Co-Founder and Vice Chair of Gaia-X Policy Rules Committee
Member of the boards of IRT SystemX, Alacrite Startup accelerator, Yncrea Engineering School
Lecturer at Institut Mines Telecom
Founder of 2 Open Source Services Companies

Chairman of Cispe VP strategic dev & public Affais OVHcloud Co-Founder and Vice Chair of Gaia-X Policy Rules Committee Member of the boards of IRT SystemX, Alacrite Startup accelerator, Yncrea Engineering School Lecturer at Institut Mines Teleco... Show more

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