Workshop on Navigating Data Futures: Intersecting Law, Technology, and Innovation

Introduction

The workshop is organized by the Centre for Data Futures in conjunction with the King’s Information and Intellectual Property Hub. The event is by invitation only.

Workshop Overview

The rapid proliferation of generative AI has exposed fundamental tensions within existing data governance frameworks…

Focus and Research Questions

With particular attention to the UK policy landscape…

Structure and Outputs

Professor Séverine Dusollier (Sciences Po) will open the workshop with keynote reflections…

Agenda

• 8:45-9:00: Coffee and welcome
• 9:00-9:45: Keynote by Prof. Séverine Dusollier, Sciences Po, Paris
• 9:45-11:00: Part I – Generative AI & De-centering a Copyright Framing
• 11:00-11:30: Coffee break
• 11:30-12:45: Part II – Possible Reforms and Policy Recommendations
• 12:45-1:00: Final reflections
• 1:00-2:00: Lunch

Navigating the Future of Data Governance: Insights from the Upcoming Workshop

In an era where generative AI is transforming various sectors, the need for robust and dynamic data governance frameworks has never been more evident. The forthcoming workshop organized by the Centre for Data Futures and the King’s Information and Intellectual Property Hub aims to tackle these challenges head-on. Set to convene thought leaders from diverse fields, this invitation-only event will explore the intersections of data governance, intellectual property law, and sustainable innovation.

Workshop Overview

As generative AI technologies rapidly evolve, they highlight significant tensions within existing data governance structures. While advancements in technology occur at breakneck speed, this raises pertinent questions: Are our legal and social systems equipped to support the data ecosystems that underpin these innovations?

The workshop will draw on interdisciplinary perspectives to dissect the intricate relationships among intellectual property law, data empowerment mechanisms, and the conditions necessary for sustainable innovation. Current discussions surrounding data mining exceptions, fair use doctrine, and platform accountability are fraught with uncertainties. These questions prompt deeper inquiries into the relationship between legal remedies and the systemic challenges of our data-dependent digital landscape.

Focus and Research Questions

With an eye on the UK policy landscape, where debates over extended data mining exceptions can impact sectors like education and the arts, the workshop will center around a series of critical questions:

• What complementary mechanisms, beyond mere legal reform, can support sustainable data ecosystems?
• How do technical, legal, and social interventions interact in an ever-evolving technological context?
• In what ways can we conceptualize the sustainability of open-source and creative commons models?

These inquiries will help shape actionable insights tailored to the complexities of today’s technological environment.

Structure and Outputs

The event will kick off with a keynote address by Professor Séverine Dusollier from Sciences Po, who will offer key reflections on contemporary challenges in copyright law and digital governance. Prior to the workshop, attendees will be provided with a working paper and a skeleton position statement aimed at honing discussions on specific policy matters. This approach is designed to remain flexible, inviting a wide array of theoretical and methodological contributions.

Participants will have the opportunity to co-author an impact-driven position paper that synthesizes insights from the workshop, facilitating meaningful engagement across various fields including computer science, law, digital humanities, and policy studies.

Agenda Highlights

The workshop promises an engaging schedule:

• 8:45-9:00: Coffee and welcome
• 9:00-9:45: Keynote by Prof. Séverine Dusollier
• 9:45-11:00: Part I – Generative AI & De-centering a Copyright Framing
• 11:00-11:30: Coffee break
• 11:30-12:45: Part II – Possible Reforms and Policy Recommendations
• 12:45-1:00: Final reflections
• 1:00-2:00: Lunch

Conclusion

As generative AI continues to reshape our societies, workshops like this present essential opportunities to scrutinize and refine our data governance frameworks. By bringing together diverse expertise and perspectives, the Centre for Data Futures and the King’s Information and Intellectual Property Hub aim to forge innovative pathways that address the pressing challenges of today’s data-driven world.

Stay tuned for insights that emerge from this significant gathering of minds—it’s a crucial moment for anyone invested in the future of technology, law, and innovation.