Biometrics & Privacy: A 360° Analysis Across the Americas

Описание: As biometric technologies become increasingly embedded in everyday life—from unlocking smartphones to verifying identities in financial services—the legal and ethical implications of their use are gaining prominence across the Americas. This multi-session event brings together leading privacy experts from North, Central, and South America to provide a comprehensive overview of the regulatory, operational, and risk management dimensions of biometric data. Through comparative analysis, sector-specific insights, and practical guidance, the sessions aim to equip organizations with the tools needed to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.

Sessions :

0:00 - Intro
1:45 - Session 1 : Regulatory Landscape
41:24 - Session 2 : Law Enforcement & Government Access
1:22:22 - Session 3 : Sectoral Impacts
1:58:52 - Session 4 : Risk Management & Best Practices

1. Regulatory Landscape
Focus countries: Canada, Brazil, Mexico
Speakers: Kristen Pennington (CAN), Luiza Sato (BRA), Alexis Cervantes (MEX)
This session will provide a comparative overview of the latest and upcoming regulations on biometric data across the Americas. Speakers will highlight key legal developments, enforcement trends, and jurisdictional differences. The discussion will focus on practical guidance for organizations to navigate compliance requirements, anticipate regulatory changes, and align their biometric data practices with evolving legal standards.

2. Law Enforcement & Government Access
Focus countries: Argentina, USA, Mexico
Speakers: Mason Clutter (USA), Alexis Cervantes (Mexico), Mariano Peruzzotti (Argentina)
This session will explore the legal frameworks and privacy implications surrounding law enforcement and government access to biometric data. Experts will discuss recent legislative changes, such as those in Mexico, and their impact on civil liberties and data protection. The session aims to provide practical insights into how organizations can prepare for and respond to government data access requests while maintaining compliance and transparency.

3. Sectoral Impacts
Focus countries: USA, Chile, Panama
Speakers: Gene Price (USA), Javiera Sepúlveda (Chile), Mariela de la Guardia (Panama)
This session will examine the use of biometric technologies in specific sectors such as FinTech, age verification, and cross-border data flows. Speakers will share real-world examples and discuss the operational and legal challenges faced by companies. The session will focus on practical strategies for implementing biometric solutions in compliance with sector-specific regulations and international data transfer requirements.

4. Risk Management & Best Practices
Focus countries: Uruguay, Chile
Speakers: Manuel Pittaluga (Uruguay), Javiera Sepúlveda (Chile), Cecilia Abente (Paraguay)
This session will provide actionable guidance on managing risks associated with biometric data processing. Experts will discuss best practices for compliance, internal governance, and responding to regulatory changes. The session will emphasize practical tools and frameworks that organizations can adopt to ensure responsible and lawful use of biometric technologies.

Practical Outcomes
Participants will leave the sessions with:
🔹 A clear understanding of the regulatory landscape across key jurisdictions.
🔹 Sector-specific strategies for deploying biometric technologies responsibly.
🔹 Tools for managing legal risks and responding to government access requests.
🔹 Frameworks for internal governance and compliance with international standards.