Adaptive Privacy in Clinical Research with Aarthi Iyer
How do you protect patient data when clinical trials move beyond traditional clinic walls? In this episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan sit down with Aarthi Iyer, Senior Director & Senior Corporate Counsel at Cogent Biosciences and Microsoft Fellow, to explore the evolving landscape of privacy in clinical research. From managing decentralized trials with wearables and apps to navigating AI applications like synthetic control arms, Aarthi shares insights on balancing innovation with patient protection. Whether you're working in clinical research or simply interested in how privacy adapts to emerging technologies, this conversation offers practical guidance on building privacy programs that support both scientific integrity and patient rights.
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International Data Transfers with Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan
International data transfers are notoriously complex, and while there’s no silver bullet, gaining a better handle on them starts with the right conversation. In this deep-dive episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan tackle one of privacy's most technical and misunderstood topics. From defining what actually counts as an international data transfer to navigating SCCs, the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, and transfer impact assessments, this conversation takes a grounded look at a complicated topic. Whether you're dealing with cloud providers, global vendors, or simply trying to understand why TikTok was fined €530 million, this episode provides a practical framework for approaching cross-border data flows with more confidence and clearer direction.
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Privacy in Clinical Trials with Jim Schneider
How do privacy professionals protect patient data in high-risk, life-saving research? In this episode of Privacy in Practice, Jim Schneider, Senior Director of Compliance and Data Privacy at Immunome, offers an introduction to the foundational privacy challenges in clinical trials. From untangling GDPR and HIPAA to navigating global data transfers and the ethics of consent, Jim shares hard-earned insights from over 15 years in biopharma privacy leadership. Whether you're navigating privacy in high-stakes, regulated environments or simply want to understand how theory meets practice, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives.
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The Critical Friend: How to Build Privacy Programs That Actually Work with Sean Milford
What do you do when your privacy budget is shrinking, your vendors won’t negotiate, and your team is spread thin? In this episode of Privacy in Practice, Sean Milford, Global Head of Data Privacy at Syndigo, shares a pragmatic toolbox of strategies for privacy pros, from making privacy engineering real to simplifying vendor management and data transfers. It’s a masterclass in staying effective, scalable, and sane, no matter your team size or budget.
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AI Governance Without the Hype with Shane Witnov
How should companies approach AI governance when the laws are still taking shape?
In this episode of Privacy in Practice, Shane Witnov, AI Policy Director at Meta, joins us to share practical insights from years at the intersection of privacy, policy, and technology. He reveals how Meta stays ahead of developing regulations and uses existing privacy frameworks to build robust AI policies that support its safe, ethical use. Whether you're a privacy professional or business leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights that will prepare your organization for the future of AI while protecting your users and brand.
Privacy in Practice, brought to you by VeraSafe, is the podcast for actionable insights and real-world strategies for privacy and compliance teams. Hosted by privacy pros Kellie Du Preez and Danie Strachan, each episode unpacks the practical side of compliance and data management, bringing together industry leaders and thought-provoking discussions. Whether you’re leading privacy efforts at your company or just beginning to explore this field, tune in for meaningful conversations that provide a straightforward approach to data privacy and empower listeners to make informed, confident decisions. Privacy isn’t just about regulatory boxes—it’s about fostering trust and resilience in a digital world.
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