In an era of rapid technological advancement, organisations face the dual challenge of embracing innovation while navigating an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. "Hack to the Future: Institutionalising Compliance and 'Digital by Design'" explored how businesses can future-proof themselves by embedding compliance into their digital strategies from the ground up.
Inspired by the creativity and forward-thinking spirit of iconic 80s and 90s films, this year's UK Digital Day 2025 theme encouraged organisations to adopt bold and innovative approaches to tackling modern challenges. From the rise of AI and automated decision-making to safeguarding data and intellectual property, the need for a proactive, "digital by design" mindset has never been more critical.
Agenda Highlights
- Mission: Possible? - Operating effectively in increasingly tech-regulated environments.
- The (Risk) Matrix - We see the growing sophistication and complexity of major IP and tech disputes facing businesses and how the courts are addressing them (e.g. Getty Images v Stability AI, IBM v. LzLabs and patent FRAND litigation). What strategies should businesses put in place to manage these risks, put their best position forwards and ensure appropriate governance and oversight.
We were delighted to welcome a keynote speaker from the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), who provided a regulator's perspective on these critical issues.
Episode 1: Mission: Possible?
In this session, we explored how businesses can navigate and thrive in an increasingly tech-regulated world. Drawing on real-world experiences from financial services regulation and past implementations of tech and data regulations, we shared valuable insights for companies facing the next wave of digital regulation.
Speakers:
Alex Brown – Partner, Simmons & Simmons LLP
Pete Lee – Partner, Simmons & Simmons LLP
Catherine Weeks – Partner, Simmons & Simmons LLP
Episode 2: The (Risk) Matrix
In this session, we examined the growing sophistication and complexity of major IP and tech disputes facing businesses and how the courts have been addressing them (e.g. Getty Images v Stability AI, IBM v LzLabs, and patent FRAND litigation). We discussed the strategies businesses should adopt to manage these risks, present their strongest position, and ensure appropriate governance and oversight.
Speakers:
Joel Smith – Partner, Simmons & Simmons LLP
Abdelaziz Khatab – Partner – Avocat à la Cour, Simmons & Simmons LLP
Will Dunning – Managing associate, Simmons & Simmons LLP
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