AI and Data Protection: Managing Innovation Without Losing Control

AI is one of the most talked about topics in data protection right now, and for good reason. It is already being used across almost every organisation in some capacity, often without formal approval or oversight.

In this week’s Data Protection Made Easy session, we will be exploring how organisations can embrace AI and innovation without exposing themselves to unnecessary risk.

This is a highly relevant and increasingly popular topic within our community, with more organisations reaching out for guidance on how to manage AI safely.

What we will be discussing

This session will focus on the real challenges organisations are facing right now, including the balance between innovation and privacy, the risks of staff using AI tools in day to day roles, the rise of “shadow AI” in the workplace, whether organisations should restrict or enable AI usage, what good governance and policies look like in practice, and how to stay compliant while still moving forward.

We will be keeping the discussion practical and focused on what organisations can actually do, not just theory.

Your hosts

This session will be hosted by Amber Sivill, Junior Data Protection Consultant at Data Protection People, and Caine Glancy, Data Protection Support Desk Manager at Data Protection People.

Both bring hands on experience supporting organisations with real data protection challenges, including the growing demand for AI guidance and governance.

Why join us

AI is not something organisations can ignore, but it is also not something that should be adopted without thought.

This session is designed to help you understand the risks in a clear and practical way, learn how other organisations are approaching AI, take away simple steps you can apply in your own organisation, and hear real world perspectives from consultants working directly with clients.

Whether you are already using AI or just starting to explore it, this session will give you clarity on how to move forward.

Join our community

The Data Protection Made Easy podcast is the UK’s leading data protection community, bringing together professionals who want to stay informed, share experiences, and ask questions in a supportive environment.

Join us live to take part in the discussion, or simply listen in and learn from others facing the same challenges.

If you cannot make it live, the session will be available to listen back on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify.

This is one of the most important conversations happening in data protection right now. If AI is on your radar, this is a session you will not want to miss.