The course intends to offer an introduction to the legal system of data governance as a prerequisite for the applications of artificial intelligence and algorithmic decisions, from a comparative and global law perspective. It intends to overcome disciplinary barriers and illustrate how different legal systems and traditions (in particular, China, Europe, USA) define alternative systems of governance regards some of the most crucial assets for the information society. Among the most relevant topics, we will investigate the relationship between data and territory, data as economic resources, data as the object of fundamental rights, data in the IoT and artificial intelligence, data in algorithmic decisions, data and digital platforms.
teacher profile teaching materials
II. DATA AND SOVEREIGNTY
III. OWNERSHIP OVER DATA?
IV NEW TECHNOLOGIES AND NEW RIGHTS
V. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: EMERGING ISSUES
VI. DIGITAL PLATFORMS
Programme
I. INTRODUCTORY PART, THE LAW TOWARD DIGITIZATIONII. DATA AND SOVEREIGNTY
III. OWNERSHIP OVER DATA?
IV NEW TECHNOLOGIES AND NEW RIGHTS
V. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: EMERGING ISSUES
VI. DIGITAL PLATFORMS
Core Documentation
The materials and readings, detailed in the syllabus, will be gradually provided through the e-learning platform.Reference Bibliography
The materials and readings, detailed in the syllabus, will be gradually provided through the e-learning platform.Type of delivery of the course
To achieve the objectives, students will need to read assigned materials carefully, engage in class discussions, attend and discuss lectures given by guest scholars, and make oral presentations.Attendance
Optional but highly recommended attendanceType of evaluation
For those attending: in-class presentations and activities (10 points - 1/3 of the final grade); final oral exam (20 points - 2/3 of the final exam).