Law and Technology Society, NLSIU is organizing Consilience 2013 – 14, a conference on ‘Legal Issues Pertaining To Cloud Computing’.
Theme: Legal Issues Pertaining To Cloud Computing
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Sub – themes:
Introduction To Cloud Computing
a. How does cloud computing work? – An overview of the basic technical features
b. The current legal regime related to cloud computing in India- Main issues and challenges
The Relation between Parties to Cloud Computing- Users, Intermediaries and Government Bodies
a. Legal obligations of the intermediaries towards (i) the government and (ii) the users
b. Cyber security concerns
b. Standards of data protection
c. Government’s surveillance powers and privacy issues
Regulation and Monitoring of data content
a. Current data control monitoring systems by intermediaries
b. Data ownership and intellectual property issues- Possible threats and need for regulation
c. Sensitive or critical data- Security concerns relating to their storage
The international perspective on Cloud Computing
a. Jurisdiction and choice of law issues- how do we counter the confusion?
b. International laws applicable to cloud computing
c. Need for a comprehensive international framework to simplify the situation?
Comparative analysis of the US and Singapore legal frameworks dealing with cloud computing
a. Legal frameworks in US and Singapore
b. Beneficial features of these legal regimes and their suitability in the Indian context
c. Lessons to be learnt for India
The way forward – Suggestions and Recommendations
a. Overview of the important challenges and suggestions
b. Possible Policy and Legislative steps to improve the Cloud Computing regime in India
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Word Limit:
Abstract: 750-800 words
Paper: 2,500 words
Registration Fee:
Students: Rs. 300/-
Professionals: Rs. 500/-
Deadline:
Abstract Submission: November 15, 2013
Paper Submission: December 09, 2013
Contact Details:
ltech[dot]nls[at]gmail[dot]com
Annie Jain: +91-7406392695
Lavanya Chawla: +91-9916262081
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