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Join us on May 29-30 at Romexpo, B1 Pavilion.
Thoughtworks' session - Main Stage
14:50 to 15:20
Arne Lapõnin
The advent of the European Union’s new regulations, including the Data Act and the AI Act, ushers software and data architects into a new era of data management, demanding not just compliance but a fundamental shift towards advanced data architecture, governance and ethical data handling.
Crucially, the forthcoming EU AI Act highlights the importance of transparency and safety in AI development, reinforcing the need for robust AI governance. These regulations collectively push the industry towards prioritizing interoperability, ethics and safety—key components of sound data architecture and governance.
This talk will explore how these EU directives represent not mere legal hurdles but valuable opportunities for technologists to lead in responsible, innovative technology development, emphasizing the pivotal role of data architecture and governance in this new landscape.
Thoughtworks' speaker
Arne Lapõnin, hailing from Estonia—a global hub for startups and innovative e-Government services—brings a rich background in data engineering to his role as a Senior Consultant Data Engineer at Thoughtworks.
With a passion for harnessing the power of data to empower decision-making, Arne has dedicated the past few years to assisting clients in developing robust data platforms, thereby enabling faster and more effective insight extraction. His expertise is deeply rooted in his native Estonia's pioneering digital landscape, fueling his fascination with data-driven solutions.
Outside of the tech world, Arne is an avid climber and longboarder, with a taste for exceptional coffee.