The DCU Law & Tech Research Cluster investigates the interplay between law and digital technology in Ireland and beyond.
Research
The digital revolution is rapidly changing contemporary society and profoundly affecting our legal system, both at the national and transnational levels. Our research projects investigate how rights and norms can help shape a trustworthy and human-centric digital environment.
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Education
DCU is a pioneer in the field of law and technology education. Take a moment to browse through our teaching offer in law, data protection, AI ethics and digital rights.
Latest News
BILETA Annual Conference 2024: Call for Papers
The British and Irish Law, Education and Technology Association (BILETA) warmly invites individuals to attend and participate in its 39th Annual…
Vacancy – Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Project Officer
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences has recently secured in excess of €5M Erasmus+ funding for the European Master in…
MDPPLC PrivacyEngine Scholarship
Applications are open for the MDPPLC PrivacyEngine Scholarship – deadline 5th June 2023 The Masters in Data Protection and Privacy: Law and…
The Law and Tech Blog
Is the GDPR a form of European Imperialism?
1. The Evolution of Data Protection in Europe The origins of the European data protection regime can be found in different…
The Intersection of AI and Legislation: A Historic Congressional Hearing in the US
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, the need for its regulation has never been more critical. This…
The New EU-US Data Privacy Framework: What Legal Professionals Need to Know
On July 10th, 2023, the European Union (EU) Commission announced a significant decision related to the United States that allows for…
