Keeping up with the pace of innovations and new technologies has proven to be quite a challenge for lawmakers and regulators. While the physical and digital worlds can be difficult to regulate, another challenge is looming on the horizon – the metaverse. In this session, you will hear how these experts approach the technologies on a local and regional level so that they don’t hinder advancement but rather provide a benefit for society.

Speakers:

• Ilona PlatonovaDeputy Head of Department, Ministry of Education and Science
• Tilemachos MoraitisGovernment Affairs Manager, Microsoft
• Stephen UngerBoard Member, UKTIN
• Gatis OzolsDeputy State Secretary on Digital Transformation Affairs, Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development of Latvia
• Liene StrazdiņaDirector, Digital Accelerator of Latvia