AI Ethics and Compliance: What’s Changing and Why it Matters

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Discussions on regulation and ethics in data & AI have been a growing debate as AI and the public's understanding of these technologies has quickly evolved. The aim of this session is to link current regulation discussions to data ethics concerns and highlight the relevance of data ethics and regulation to all of us, not just those that work in ethics or compliance. Whether you have ‘ethics’ in your job title or not, you can still play your part in ensuring data and AI technologies are built and implemented responsibly. As AI regulations evolve, how can businesses balance ethics, compliance, and accountability? In this session, we’ll explore: • Ethics vs. compliance—where’s the line? • Global AI regulations and why they matter • Who’s accountable—developers, companies, or regulators? • Practical strategies for contributing to ethical and explainable AI without the job title. • What’s next in AI ethics. Join us for insights, real-world examples, and an interactive Q&A. If you work with technology and you are interested in the current tech landscape, tech regulation changes and the ethical discussions surrounding them, this session is relevant to you! Speaker: Michaela D’Mello - Data Specialist, LEGO Group Michaela D’Mello is a passionate data specialist and advocate for responsible AI, having built a career at the intersection of technology, ethics, and business, helping organizations align their data strategies with ethical best practices. Currently at The LEGO Group, she leads initiatives to foster a strong data culture, ensuring ethical and data-driven decision-making across the organization. Previously, as the Data & AI Ethics Lead at Rolls-Royce, Michaela spearheaded the development of The Aletheia Framework™, an open-source tool for responsible AI, and influenced global data ethics conversations at industry events and policy discussions. Beyond her corporate roles, Michaela is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, having driven initiatives like neurodiversity advocacy and sponsorship of female and non-binary hackathons. She is also a member of Women in Data and the Chartered Institute of IT.