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  • Looking Back and Forward After Seven Years Of GDPR with Dr. Cari Miller, Dr. Valerie Lyons, Heidi Waem and Punit Bhatia in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E149 S06

    Looking Back and Forward After Seven Years Of GDPR with Dr. Cari Miller, Dr. Valerie Lyons, Heidi Waem and Punit Bhatia in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E149 S06
    Oct 9 2025
    In this milestone episode of the Fit4Privacy podcast, host Punit Bhatia is joined by three distinguished privacy experts — Dr. Kerry Miller (AI Governance Expert, U.S.), Heidi Waem (Partner, DLA Piper, Brussels), and Dr. Valerie Lyons (COO, BH Consulting; Academic & Author) — to reflect on 7 years of GDPR and explore what lies ahead.Whether you’re a privacy professional, business leader, or just curious about how data protection shapes our digital lives, this conversation offers both a critical reflection on GDPR’s first seven years and foresight into its future role in AI and trust. KEY CONVERSION 00:03:25 Panelist Introductions and Initial Thoughts on GDPR 00:09:06 Significant challenge that remains in up to 7-9 years of GDPR 00:18:10 Has there been a fair amount of reporting on compliance failures over the years? 00:21:11 EU Compliance Gaps and How Companies Can Avoid Them 00:29:56 Has the GDPR has been successful in balancing the power equilibrium of organization and data subjects? 00:35:35 Role of trust after 7 years of GDPR 00:41:39 From GDPR compliance in AI World, what can be done additionally? ABOUT GUEST Heidi Waem is the head of the data protection practice at DLA Piper Belgium and specialized in data protection and privacy. She assists clients with all aspects of EU Regulatory Data Protection compliance including the ‘structuring’ of data processing and sharing activities to achieve an optimal use of data, advising on data transfers and the processing of personal data by means of new technologies (AI, facial recognition,…).Dr. Cari Miller is the Principal and Lead Researcher for the Center for Inclusive Change. She is a subject matter expert in AI risk management and governance practices, an experienced corporate strategist, and a certified change manager. Dr. Miller creates and delivers AI literacy training, AI procurement guidance, AI policy coaching, and AI audit and assessment advisory services.Dr. Valerie Lyons is a globally recognized authority in privacy, cybersecurity, data protection, and AI governance. Holding a PhD in Information Privacy along with CDPSE, CISSP, and CIPP/E certifications, she serves as a trusted strategic advisor to regulatory bodies and organizations across both public and private sectors. Valerie has played an influential role in shaping EU-wide data protection frameworks and enforcement strategies, and is an active member of the European Data Protection Board’s pool of experts, as well as other global cyber and data protection bodies. ABOUT HOSTPunit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals. Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe. RESOURCESWebsites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidiwaem/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/cari-miller/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerielyons-privsec/ Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
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  • Seven Years of GDPR: Balancing Power Between Organizations and Data Subjects Through Trust

    Seven Years of GDPR: Balancing Power Between Organizations and Data Subjects Through Trust
    Oct 2 2025

    In this milestone episode of the Fit4Privacy podcast, host Punit Bhatia is joined by three distinguished privacy experts — Dr. Kerry Miller (AI Governance Expert, U.S.), Heidi Waem (Partner, DLA Piper, Brussels), and Dr. Valerie Lyons (COO, BH Consulting; Academic & Author) — to reflect on 7 years of GDPR and explore what lies ahead.

    Whether you’re a privacy professional, business leader, or just curious about how data protection shapes our digital lives, this conversation offers both a critical reflection on GDPR’s first seven years and foresight into its future role in AI and trust.


    KEY CONVERSION

    00:03:25 Panelist Introductions and Initial Thoughts on GDPR

    00:09:06 Significant challenge that remains in up to 7-9 years of GDPR

    00:18:10 Has there been a fair amount of reporting on compliance failures over the years?

    00:21:11 EU Compliance Gaps and How Companies Can Avoid Them

    00:29:56 Has the GDPR has been successful in balancing the power equilibrium of organization and data subjects?

    00:35:35 Role of trust after 7 years of GDPR

    00:41:39 From GDPR compliance in AI World, what can be done additionally?

    ABOUT GUEST

    Heidi Waem is the head of the data protection practice at DLA Piper Belgium and specialized in data protection and privacy. She assists clients with all aspects of EU Regulatory Data Protection compliance including the ‘structuring’ of data processing and sharing activities to achieve an optimal use of data, advising on data transfers and the processing of personal data by means of new technologies (AI, facial recognition,…).


    Dr. Cari Miller is the Principal and Lead Researcher for the Center for Inclusive Change. She is a subject matter expert in AI risk management and governance practices, an experienced corporate strategist, and a certified change manager. Dr. Miller creates and delivers AI literacy training, AI procurement guidance, AI policy coaching, and AI audit and assessment advisory services.


    Dr. Valerie Lyons is a globally recognized authority in privacy, cybersecurity, data protection, and AI governance. Holding a PhD in Information Privacy along with CDPSE, CISSP, and CIPP/E certifications, she serves as a trusted strategic advisor to regulatory bodies and organizations across both public and private sectors. Valerie has played an influential role in shaping EU-wide data protection frameworks and enforcement strategies, and is an active member of the European Data Protection Board’s pool of experts, as well as other global cyber and data protection bodies.


    ABOUT HOST

    Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals.

    Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.

    As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.

    RESOURCES

    Websites ⁠⁠www.fit4privacy.com⁠⁠,⁠⁠www.punitbhatia.com⁠⁠, ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidiwaem/⁠⁠, ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/cari-miller/⁠⁠, ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerielyons-privsec/⁠⁠

    Podcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast⁠⁠

    Blog ⁠⁠https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog⁠⁠

    YouTube ⁠⁠http://youtube.com/fit4privacy⁠⁠


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  • Privacy Compliance in AI World with Sylvestre Dupont in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E148 S06

    Privacy Compliance in AI World with Sylvestre Dupont in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E148 S06
    Sep 25 2025

    AI is changing the way we work, live, and build businesses — but it also raises big questions about privacy. As AI tools process more personal and sensitive data, how can companies make sure they follow privacy laws like GDPR? How can privacy be built into AI from the very beginning? And what’s the best way to handle data retention so users stay in control?

    In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, host Punit Bhatia speaks with Sylvestre Dupont, co-founder of Parser, about how to keep privacy at the heart of AI tools and services. They discuss why privacy matters in AI, how to build privacy by design into AI from the start, and what it takes to make an AI-based SaaS tool GDPR compliant.

    Sylvestre also shares his approach to data retention — letting users choose how long their data is stored — and why trust is a key advantage for any business handling personal data.

    If you work with AI, personal data, or GDPR, this episode gives you clear and practical ideas you can use right away.

    🎧 Listen now to learn how to combine AI innovation with strong privacy protection.


    KEY CONVERSION

    00:02:50 AI in one word

    00:04:38 How important is the privacy in AI World

    00:06:45 Integrating privacy-by-design principles into AI tools’ architecture

    00:08:50 GDPR compliance in SaaS tools

    00:12:16 The role of data retention policies in automated workflows

    00:14:50 About Sylvestre

    00:19:02 When is the right time to start thinking privacy now

    ABOUT GUEST

    Sylvestre Dupont is the co-founder of Parseur, an AI-powered platform that automates data extraction from documents. Before launching Parseur, he spent over a decade in consulting, where he led complex multimillion-dollar international projects across diverse industries. With a strong background in computer science and extensive global business experience, Sylvestre combines technical expertise with a visionary approach to simplifying business processes. He is passionate about empowering businesses to focus on what truly matters by automating tedious tasks so they can deliver greater value to their customers.

    ABOUT HOST

    Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals.

    Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.

    As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.

    RESOURCES

    Websites www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com , https://parseur.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvestredupont/

    Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast

    Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog

    YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy

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  • Privacy Compliance in AI World with Sylvestre Dupont in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E148 S06

    Privacy Compliance in AI World with Sylvestre Dupont in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E148 S06
    Sep 18 2025

    AI is changing the way we work, live, and build businesses — but it also raises big questions about privacy. As AI tools process more personal and sensitive data, how can companies make sure they follow privacy laws like GDPR? How can privacy be built into AI from the very beginning? And what’s the best way to handle data retention so users stay in control?

    In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, host Punit Bhatia speaks with Sylvestre Dupont, co-founder of Parser, about how to keep privacy at the heart of AI tools and services. They discuss why privacy matters in AI, how to build privacy by design into AI from the start, and what it takes to make an AI-based SaaS tool GDPR compliant.

    Sylvestre also shares his approach to data retention — letting users choose how long their data is stored — and why trust is a key advantage for any business handling personal data.

    If you work with AI, personal data, or GDPR, this episode gives you clear and practical ideas you can use right away.

    🎧 Listen now to learn how to combine AI innovation with strong privacy protection.


    KEY CONVERSION

    00:02:50 AI in one word

    00:04:38 How important is the privacy in AI World

    00:06:45 Integrating privacy-by-design principles into AI tools’ architecture

    00:08:50 GDPR compliance in SaaS tools

    00:12:16 The role of data retention policies in automated workflows

    00:14:50 About Sylvestre

    00:19:02 When is the right time to start thinking privacy now

    ABOUT GUEST

    Sylvestre Dupont is the co-founder of Parseur, an AI-powered platform that automates data extraction from documents. Before launching Parseur, he spent over a decade in consulting, where he led complex multimillion-dollar international projects across diverse industries. With a strong background in computer science and extensive global business experience, Sylvestre combines technical expertise with a visionary approach to simplifying business processes. He is passionate about empowering businesses to focus on what truly matters by automating tedious tasks so they can deliver greater value to their customers.

    ABOUT HOST

    Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals.

    Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.

    As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.

    RESOURCES

    Websites www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com , https://parseur.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvestredupont/

    Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast

    Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog

    YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy

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  • Govern and Manage AI to Create Trust with Mark Thomas and Punit Bhatia in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E147 S06

    Govern and Manage AI to Create Trust with Mark Thomas and Punit Bhatia in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E147 S06
    Sep 11 2025
    Do you want to use AI without losing trust? What frameworks help build trust and manage AI responsibly? Can we really create trust while using AI?In this episode of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast, host Punit Bhatia and digital trust expert Mark Thomas explain how to govern and manage AI in ways that build real trust with customers, partners, and society.This episode breaks down what it means to use AI responsibly and how strong governance can help avoid risks. You'll also learn about key frameworks like the ISO 42001, the EU AI Act, and the World Economic Forum’s Digital Trust Framework—and how they can guide your AI practices.Mark and Punit also talk about how organizational culture, company size, and leadership affect how AI is used—and how trust is built (or lost). They discuss real-world tips for making AI part of your existing business systems, and how to make decisions that are fair, explainable, and trustworthy.💬 Whether you're a business leader, a privacy professional, or someone just curious about the future of AI, this episode gives you a clear, simple guide to managing AI with trust at the center.KEY CONVERSION 00:01:45 Define Digital Trust and Digital Environment 00:03:35 Is AI disrupting the Digital Trust? 00:10:18 Governance and Management and Frameworks 00:17:00 Integrating Digital Trust into Governance 00:19:15 The Importance of Digital Trust in Business Relationships 00:23:49 Frameworks and Governance in AI 00:29:20 Human Leadership and AI Decision-Making 00:30:44 Contact Information of Mark Thomas ABOUT GUEST Mark Thomas is an internationally known Governance, Risk, and Compliance expert specializing in information assurance, IT risk, IT strategy, service management, cybersecurity, and digital trust.  Mark has a wide array of industry experience including government, health care, finance/banking, manufacturing, and technology services.  He has held roles spanning from CIO to IT consulting and is considered a thought leader in frameworks such as COBIT, DTEF, NIST, ITIL and multiple ISO standards.   Mark is also a two-time recipient of the ISACA John Kuyers award for best conference contributor/speaker as well as an ISACA Hall of Fame recipient in 2024. He is also an APMG product knowledge assessor for the CGEIT, CRISC and CDPSE certifications.ABOUT HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals. Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts. As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe. RESOURCES Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/markthomas8/ Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy , https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkThomasGRC
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  • Governance, Management & Frameworks in the Age of AI

    Governance, Management & Frameworks in the Age of AI
    Sep 4 2025

    What’s the difference between governance and management—and why do both matter in the world of AI?


    In this episode of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast, Mark Thomas joins Punit Bhatia to unpack the core ideas behind governance, management, and the frameworks that help businesses use AI ethically and responsibly.

    Tune in now to gain insights on how governance, management, and frameworks work together to build trust in AI.


    This is an extract from the full episode of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. If you like this, you will enjoy the full episode. If this is your first time, the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast is a privacy podcast for those who care about privacy. In this podcast, you listen to and learn from the industry influencers who share their ideas. The episodes are released as audio every Wednesday and video every Thursday.


    If you subscribe to our podcast, you will be notified of new episodes. If you have not done so, write a review and share it with someone who will benefit.


    RESOURCES

    Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/markthomas8/

    Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast

    Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog

    YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy , https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkThomasGRC

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  • Where Does Digital Trust Fit into Board's Agenda with Bruno Soares and Punit Bhatia in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E146 S06

    Where Does Digital Trust Fit into Board's Agenda with Bruno Soares and Punit Bhatia in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E146 S06
    Aug 28 2025
    Ever wondered where digital trust fits in your company's strategy? We live in a world that's buzzing with AI, cybersecurity, and digital innovation. Everywhere you look, there's a new app, a smarter tool, or a faster system. But in the middle of all this tech hype, there's one thing we often overlook—trust.In this insightful conversation, Punit discusses with Bruno about the crucial influence of technology, economy, and other external factors on business strategies. They delve into how companies navigate different environments, the role of digital transformation, and the importance of maintaining a balanced ecosystem approach.If you're a leader, strategist, privacy professional, or tech enthusiast trying to make sense of innovation, trust, and governance in today’s world—this conversation is a must-watch.KEY CONVERSION00:02:02 What is the concept of digital trust? Was it trust enough?00:04:40 Can we expect digital trust in an emerging world of new technology in 10-20 years?00:09:15 Is the board convinced about the value of digital trust or are they still in compliance mode?00:13:15 How do we sell this concept of digital trust on the boards? 00:18:51 Linking concept of trust, security and privacy to the broader agenda 00:25:58 What is it that you can sell them with and how can they reach out? ABOUT GUESTBruno Horta Soares is a seasoned executive advisor, professor, and keynote speaker with over 20 years of experience in Governance, Digital Transformation, Risk Management, and Information Security. He is the founder of GOVaaS – Governance Advisors as-a-Service and has worked with organizations across Portugal, Angola, Brazil, and Mozambique to align governance and technology for sustainable business value.Since 2015, Bruno has served as Leading Executive Senior Advisor at IDC Portugal, guiding C-level leaders in digital strategy, transformation, governance, and cybersecurity. He is also a professor at top Portuguese business schools, including NOVA SBE, Católica Lisbon, ISCTE, ISEG, and Porto Business School, teaching in Masters, MBA, and Executive programs on topics such as IT Governance, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, and AI for Leadership.He holds a degree in Management and Computer Science (ISCTE), an executive program in Project Management (ISLA), and numerous professional certifications: PMP®, CISA®, CGEIT®, CRISC™, ITIL®, ISO/IEC 27001 LA, and COBIT® Trainer. As a LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator, he brings creativity into strategy and leadership development.Bruno received the ISACA John Kuyers Award for Best Speaker in 2019 and is the founder and current President of the ISACA Lisbon Chapter. A frequent international speaker, he shares expertise on governance and digital innovation globally.ABOUT HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals.Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.RESOURCES Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunohsoares/ Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
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  • Linking Concept of Trust, Security and Privacy to the Broader Agenda

    Linking Concept of Trust, Security and Privacy to the Broader Agenda
    Aug 21 2025

    We often hear about AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation—but how often do we ask: Do people actually trust it?


    In this sneak preview, Bruno and Punit dive deeper than the buzzwords. They explore why trust, privacy, and security shouldn’t just live in policies or tech stacks—but should be woven into a company’s purpose, strategy, and everyday actions.


    When boards and leaders treat these as part of long-term value creation—not just box-ticking—real change happens.


    🎧 Hit play for a preview of this thought-provoking conversation.


    📢 Episode 146 of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast drops soon—don’t miss it!


    This is an extract from the full episode of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. If you like this, you will enjoy the full episode. If this is your first time, the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast is a privacy podcast for those who care about privacy. In this podcast, you listen to and learn from the industry influencers who share their ideas. The episodes are released as audio every Wednesday and video every Thursday.


    If you subscribe to our podcast, you will be notified of new episodes. If you have not done so, write a review and share it with someone who will benefit.

    RESOURCES

    Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunohsoares/

    Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast

    Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog

    YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy

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