IAPP UK Intensive 2026: Privacy | AI governance | Cybersecurity law
LONDON
23-26 February
AI Agents: Opportunities, Risks and Mitigations
Wednesday, 25 Feb.
11:30 - 12:30 GMT
Intermediate level
AI is transforming industries by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making and augmenting human capabilities. However, the rapid advancement of agentic AI raises significant ethical and societal challenges. This panel will delve into the opportunities, risks and mitigations associated with AI agents.
Topics to be discussed include the benefits of AI agents, the related risks and challenges, their societal impacts and the governance measures used to mitigate the associated risks.
The panel will provide an overview of the opportunities and risks associated with agentic AI and equip attendees with knowledge and insights to navigate the ethical and regulatory landscape presented by these ever-evolving technologies.
What you will learn:
- Overview of the risks and challenges posed by AI agents, including on fairness, privacy and trust.
- Analysis of the societal impacts of AI agents, particularly on human dignity, agency and employment.
- Recommendations on approaches to mitigating risks and developing and deploying AI systems responsibly.
Moderator and speakers

Nils Hullen
AIGP
Program Director Global AI, Privacy and Data Regulation
IBM

Sarah Phenix
Head of Data Governance
Munich Re Specialty

Monika Tomczak-Górlikowska
AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPT
Group Head of Privacy, Digital and Regulatory
Prosus and Naspers