About the IAPP

Thierry Burnens is a Swiss qualified attorney and advises clients on matters related to the digital economy, technology, and data. He has extensive knowledge, particularly in the areas of data protection, cybersecurity, copyright law, licensing, e-commerce, social media, marketing, software, and artificial intelligence. Thierry supports clients in both contentious and non-contentious matters (i.e. advisory and transactional matters).

Recently, Thierry has supported clients across various sectors in Switzerland in implementing AI governance frameworks, emphasizing data protection regulations and intellectual property considerations. He has extensive experience in aligning clients' operations, technologies with Switzerland's legal and regulatory requirements

Thierry holds a master's degree in law and economics from the University of St. Gallen and is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E). He regularly appears as a speaker and contributes to relevant publications in his field.