Encryption is widely recognized as not only a tool to ensure that communications are accessible only by authorized persons, but also for other uses, such as verifying authenticity and preventing the undetected change of information content. With the rise of the digital economy and the “Internet of Things,” encryption’s role has become increasingly important in protecting against cybercrime, espionage, and other Internet-based threats. At the same time, some in the national security and law enforcement community view strong encryption as a challenge. Recent events, such as the attacks in San Bernardino, CA and Paris, France, have intensified this debate, on Capitol Hill, within the Federal agencies, and elsewhere.
Agenda:
Panel 1: A Primer on Encryption for the Non-Technical
This panel will provide a primer on encryption for those without a technical background.
Speakers:
Al Clark, Strategic Operations, Silent Circle [tentative]
Joseph Hall, Chief Technologist, Center for Democracy and Technology
Panel 2: Encryption Policy Debate – Where We Are and Where We’re Going
This panel will explore the venues, issues, and viewpoints related to encryption.
Speakers:
Morgan Reed, Executive Director, ACT | The App Association
David O’Brien, Senior Researcher, Berkman Center for Internet & Society, Harvard University
Moderator:
Megan Brown, Partner, Wiley Rein LLP