Nordic Privacy Arena 2026 highlights

Nordic Privacy Arena 2026

We want to sincerely thank everyone for making Nordic Privacy Arena 2026 such an unforgettable event!

The 11th edition of the NPA was held as a semi-digital event on September 28 and September 39, on-site at Münchenbryggeriet in Stockholm and online. Over 300 people joined us both online and in person, making this year’s event a great success!

The theme of NPA 2026 was ”Innovation and Compliance in the Era of Cloud, AI and Geopolitical Uncertainty – Because Accountability Can’t be Outsource.” Some topics that were discussed at the conference include:

  • Keynote: Reflections and Priorities from the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY)
  • Keynote: The Bridge on a Stranger’s Face – Accountability in the Age of Cloud, AI and Geopolitical Tension
  • Keynote: Geopolitical Challenges for Data Protection Authorities
  • Panel discussion: How Does Europe Meet the Moment?
  • Keynote: Trust and Safety in Technology – A Powerful History
  • Keynote: When AI Writes the DSAR: Rethinking the Right of Access in the Age of LLMs
  • Fireside chat: C-199/24, Lexbase judgement: a Swedish David vs Goliath case at the highest EU Court (Chapter 2)
  • Panel discussion: IT vs US
  • Keynote: Privacy Professionals as Forerunners of Change – How Do We Become Pioneers in the Rapidly Changing Digital Environment?
  • Click here to view the complete program for Nordic Privacy Arena 2026.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to announce that next year’s Nordic Privacy Arena will take place in Stockholm on September 27–28, 2027. Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more details about the event!