Data Sovereignty Speakers
Data sovereignty means data is governed by the laws of the country or region where it is created, stored, or processed. As organisations expand across borders and rely on cloud infrastructure, understanding how data flows, where it resides, and which regulations apply has become critical – evident in the statistic that 87% of organisations now consider geopolitical factors and data sovereignty when choosing security providers. Leading keynote speakers on data sovereignty are hired to translate complex legal, security and technical challenges into a clear business strategy. They help teams manage risk, strengthen compliance, and protect sensitive information. For increased understanding of data and how it is governed, hire a leading data sovereignty speaker today!
Brent Mittelstadt
Professor of Data Ethics & Policy at the Oxford Internet Institute, University of OxfordDame Wendy Hall
Regius Professor of Computer Science at the University of Southampton & Co-Chair of the UK Government’s Artificial Intelligence ReviewDamian Collins
Former Chair of the Digital, Culture, Media & Sport Select Committee in the House of CommonsJoanna Shields
CEO of BenevolentAI & The UK’s First-Ever Minister of State for Internet Safety & SecurityKai Zenner
Head of Office & Digital Policy Advisor for MEP Axel Voss in the European ParliamentKay Firth-Butterfield
CEO of the Good Tech Advisory & the First Head of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning for the World Economic ForumKonstantinos Komaitis
Non-Resident Fellow with the Digital Forensics Research Lab at the Atlantic Council's Democracy & Tech initiativeWhat is Data Sovereignty?
Data sovereignty refers to the principle that data is governed by the laws and regulations of the country or region where it is created, stored, or processed. This applies to data at rest, in transit, or being analysed. It is a key part of modern legal, privacy and security strategies, particularly for organisations operating across borders. While often linked to data residency and localisation, data sovereignty focuses on jurisdiction and control. By managing where data sits and how it moves internationally, organisations can meet regulatory requirements, reduce risk, and better protect sensitive information from breaches, misuse, and evolving cyber threats.
Source: IBM
What is the Difference Between Data Residency & Data Sovereignty?
Data residency refers to the physical location where data is stored, such as a specific country or region. Data sovereignty goes further, covering the laws and regulations that apply to that data based on its location. In cloud environments, organisations must consider both where data sits and which legal frameworks govern its use, access, and protection.
Source: AWS
Why Should I Hire a Data Sovereignty Speaker?
A data sovereignty speaker helps organisations navigate complex global regulations, data flows and risk management with clarity and confidence. They translate legal and technical concepts into practical strategies, ensuring teams understand where data sits, how it is governed, and how those rules shape AI development and deployment. This insight supports compliance, strengthens cybersecurity, and ensures AI systems are trained and used responsibly. Hiring an expert speaker equips leaders to make informed decisions as cloud adoption, cross-border data use, and AI innovation continue to accelerate.
If you are interested in hiring a data sovereignty speaker for your next event, contact The AI Speakers Agency today! Call one of our dedicated booking agents on 0203 4109 897 or complete our online contact form to begin the booking process.
