As data protection obligations continue to evolve alongside advances in AI, digital business, and regulatory oversight, legal and compliance professionals must remain current with the latest developments to effectively manage risk and advise their
organisations.
Join DIFC Academy and LexisNexis Middle East for an intensive, expert-led workshop examining the DIFC Data Protection Law, including the significant amendments introduced under DIFC Law No. 1 of 2025 and the latest consultation proposals shaping the future of data governance within the DIFC.
Designed as a DIFC Mandatory course, this CLPD-accredited, practical two-hour session provides a clear understanding of the evolving legal framework, its impact on organisations operating in the DIFC, and the governance measures required to ensure
compliance in an increasingly AI-driven regulatory environment.
Date: Thursday, 23 July 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Venue: L1 – Lecture Room 3, DIFC Academy
Accreditation: 2 DIFC Mandatory CLPD Points
Certification: Participants will receive comprehensive course materials and a Certificate of Completion.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Analyse key DIFC Data Protection Law amendments and consultation developments
- Evaluate the impact of changes on liability, enforcement and governance obligations
- Apply core data protection and risk management requirements in practice
- Assess AI governance measures and emerging certification and accountability frameworks
SPEAKER
Inès Bedar
Managing Consultant, Responsible AI Expert – Capgemini
Inès Bedar is an AI strategy, governance and regulatory specialist with more than seven years of experience across government, civil society, consulting and industry. She previously worked for the French Prime Minister’s Office and served as Privacy Counsel at the French Data Protection Authority (CNIL). She supports organisations in navigating the complexity of AI, advising on strategy and governance approaches that balance accountability and compliance with the need to innovate at scale. Her experience includes contributing to the drafting of government regulations and designing frameworks that help organisations manage risk and regulatory obligations while implementing AI responsibly. Working across international and multi-stakeholder environments, Inès brings an operational, cross-sector perspective that enables organisations to operate confidently within the evolving AI landscape.
ACCREDITATION:
2 DIFC Mandatory CLPD Points / 2 CLPD Accredited Points
WHY ATTEND?
This workshop goes beyond explaining legislative updates, it equips legal professionals with practical insights to confidently navigate the rapidly evolving data protection landscape.
Participants will gain:
- A practical understanding of the 2025 amendments to the DIFC Data Protection Law.
- Expert guidance on implementing effective compliance and governance measures.
- Insights into how AI regulation is reshaping privacy obligations and organisational accountability.
- A valuable opportunity to engage directly with industry experts and peers while earning mandatory CLPD points.
Whether you advise clients, manage organisational compliance, or oversee privacy programmes, this course will help you translate regulatory developments into practical action.
COURSE FEE: 250 USD
