In the first half of this two-part episode of Transcend Field Trips, Ron speaks with Max Schrems, Austrian activist, lawyer, and author and Chair of noyb.

Best known for his groundbreaking campaigns against Facebook's privacy practices and challenging the transfer of personal data between the EU and the US, Max dives deep into the current state of privacy rights and what's ahead. In conversation with Ron, Max shares insights into the ongoing battles for European data sovereignty, the practical challenges facing privacy enforcement, and his views on AI governance and the EU AI Act.

Transcend Field Trips is hosted by Ron De Jesus, first ever Field Chief Privacy Officer. This series aims to engage with privacy leaders and policymakers, understand their points of view amidst rapid industry changes, and foster meaningful dialogue on pressing privacy issues.