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20 Talks - Peter J. Hustinx: Former European Data Protection Supervisor

Peter Hustinx's selfportrait in a blue background and his affiliations on the left side with a lighter blue semicircle
Olivier Rossignol

The 20 Talks features interesting insights with Peter J. Hustinx, the first European Data protection Supervisor (2004-2015). We reflect on his tenure shaping the EDPS into an influential authority and discuss the evolution of EU privacy regulations from the Directive 95/46 to the GDPR and the Digital Rule Book. We will not miss the EU's role in the global data protection landscape, the challenges and opportunities posed by advancements. Dive in with us!

Speakers

Peter J. Hustinx

Former European Data Protection Supervisor

Mr Peter J. Hustinx has been a driving force behind the evolution of data protection across Europe and beyond. He has been a true pioneer in shaping the privacy landscape. Mr Hustinx is a highly respected expert in data protection and privacy law who served as EDPS Supervisor from 2004 till 2015. Mr Hustinx contributed to the building of the new supervisory authority and developing its role at the EU level. Under his leadership, the EDPS not only established itself as an independent authority but became a powerful voice in shaping policies that protect citizens’ rights in an increasingly digital world.