IAPP UK Intensive 2026: Privacy | AI governance | Cybersecurity law
LONDON
23-26 February
Cybersecurity's New Frontier: Navigating Localization and Enhanced Data Control
Wednesday, 25 Feb.
11:30 - 12:30 GMT
Intermediate level
Modern companies must deploy robust cybersecurity products to meet their increasingly stringent regulatory obligations. However, the very nature of effective cybersecurity demands global data sharing, creating a critical paradox as the rising tide of data localization laws simultaneously restrict data flows. This session will unpack the core legal, technical and operational tensions, examining real-world scenarios where data flow is both critical for security and constrained by law. Our panelists will discuss how companies and institutions can responsibly navigate this landscape, leveraging innovative solutions and robust data governance. The discussion will also underscore the importance of coordinating international standards and fostering public-private collaboration to strengthen global cyber resilience. Join us for a balanced, industry-focused discussion on building resilient data strategies in a world increasingly shaped by national and regional data mandates.
What you will learn:
- Insights into the conflicting demands between global data sharing and the restrictive nature of data localization laws.
- Practical solutions for companies and institutions, including the implementation of robust data governance frameworks that align with both security goals and regulatory requirements.
- The role of global cooperation and standards harmonization.
Moderator and speakers

Francesca Blythe
Partner
Sidley Austin

Nathalie Barrera
CIPP/E
Director, Privacy EMEA
Palo Alto Networks

Etienne De Burgh
Office of the CISO
Google Cloud

Sofia Calado
AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, FIP
Associate General Counsel, Director Privacy and AI
Cloudflare