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Can trust be engineered? In this episode, Punit is joined by Steve Ahouanmenou, Global Privacy Engineering Lead for Open Banking at Mastercard, to explore the pivotal role of privacy engineering in creating digital trust. Steve discusses why trust isn’t sector-specific, emphasizing how transparency is vital across industries like healthcare and finance.

The conversation dives into open banking, a revolutionary approach that gives consumers control over their financial data while fostering competition among financial service providers. Steve explains how privacy engineering brings privacy principles to life, embedding privacy by design, conducting risk assessments, and bridging the gap between privacy teams and technical teams.

Join us in discussing how privacy engineering is shaping the future of digital trust. Hear expert insights, real-world strategies, and thought-provoking discussions that will change the way you think about data, trust, and innovation.

KEY CONVERSATIONS

00:01:59 How would you describe Digital Trust 

00:05:53 What is Privacy Engineering? 

00:10:31 What kind of a role do you expect from tech team 

00:12:01 How can privacy pros help tech colleagues? 

00:17:10 Best way to Reach you 

ABOUT THE GUEST 

Steve Ahouanmenou is part of the Global Privacy & Data Protection Department at Mastercard and leads the privacy engineering program in Open Banking.  His mission is to enable innovation and trust in the digital finance realm, by applying his analytical skills, domain expertise, and collaborative approach to privacy and security challenges. 
 
With over 10 years of experience in information security, privacy risks and data governance, he has worked with global organizations in various sectors with a focus on healthcare and finance. He also a PhD Candidate at Ghent University, investigating information security and privacy in healthcare institutions, and an alumni of Belgium's 40under40. He holds multiple certifications, such as ISO 27001 Senior Lead Implementer, CIPP/E, CISM, CDPSE, ITIL v3, DPO, COBIT 5.

ABOUT HOST 

Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals. 

Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts. 

As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe. 

RESOURCES 

Websiteswww.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com,https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-ahouanmenou/, https://growskills.store/

Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast 

Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog 

YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy

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What is Privacy Engineering? 🔒🎧 It’s the technical implementation of privacy principles—the "tech arm" of privacy. From embedding privacy by design to translating regulations into actionable solutions, privacy engineers balance privacy, security, and data utility. Tune in to this trailer to understand how to make privacy tangible, ensuring digital trust in every system and process. 🌐💡

🔊 Check out this trailer and stay tuned for the full episode of Episode 131, Season 6 of The FIT4Privacy Podcast. 

This is an extract from the full episode of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. If you like this, you will enjoy the full episode. If this is your first time, the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast is a privacy podcast for those who care about privacy. In this podcast, you listen to and learn from the industry influencers who share their ideas. The episodes are released as audio every Wednesday and video every Thursday.  

If you subscribe to our podcast, you will be notified about new episodes. If you have not done so, write a review and share it with someone who will benefit from it. 

RESOURCES:   

Websites:www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com,https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-ahouanmenou/ ,https://growskills.store/

Take advantage of our Free GDPR training: https://www.fit4privacy.com/course/free 

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How can organizations build a true digital trust environment while balancing privacy with user expectations? In this eye-opening episode of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast, privacy and sustainability expert Katrina Destree and privacy thought leader Punit Bhatia discuss the evolving landscape of digital trust—a crucial factor for organizations in the age of data-driven technologies. Learn how businesses can proactively create choice, control, and consent around user data to establish a strong foundation of trust with their customers. 

🎧 Tune in to Episode 130, Season 6 of The FIT4Privacy Podcast. We’ll discuss actionable insights that can help your organization earn and maintain trust in an increasingly complex privacy landscape. 

KEY CONVERSATIONS 
00:02:23 How do you define digital trust? 

00:03:32 What are user expectations regarding digital trust? 

00:05:46 Where does AI fit in? 

00:10:22 How does privacy play a role in creating trust? 

00:12:24 How do privacy laws help create trust? 

00:16:17 How can organizations demonstrate leadership to inspire digital trust? 

00:20:54 How can we win customer trust in the modern digital world?  

00:23:00 Offer Choice, Control, and Consent to Create Trust 
 
ABOUT GUEST 

Katrina Destrée is an experienced privacy and sustainability leader with a proven record in developing and implementing privacy programs, sustainability initiatives, and reputation-building strategies for technology and financial services firms. She is based in San Diego, California after having previously lived and worked in Europe for 20 years (Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Poland). An IAPP Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP), she holds IAPP’s CIPP/E and CIPM certifications and recently joined the IAPP Faculty. She is an independent consultant at Agréa Privacy & Sustainability Communications after working in global privacy departments at Dell Technologies, Silicon Valley Bank, and PayPal in Silicon Valley. Prior to privacy, she held senior management roles in sustainability at Nokia and the Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative (formerly a UN Initiative) in Brussels. 

When data protection and privacy became the leading issue facing the entire telecom sector from a sustainability point of view, she increased her focus on data privacy. Her work in the telecom sector includes enabling technologies, machine learning, and AI.

She holds a Master of Arts degree from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University in Boston and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo.

 
ABOUT HOST 

Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organizational culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentoring and coaching privacy professionals. 

Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance,” “Intro To GDPR,” and “Be an Effective DPO.” Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 international events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured among the top GDPR and privacy podcasts. 

As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value of having joy in life. He has developed the philosophy ‘ABC for joy of life’, which he passionately shares. Punit is based in Belgium, the heart of Europe.  

 
RESOURCES 

Websites www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com, linkedin.com/in/katrinadestree, https://growskills.store/

Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast 

Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog 

YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy 

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As digital trust becomes the core component of customer relationships, it’s essential for businesses to take a proactive, transparent approach to handling personal data. What does it take for organizations to build and maintain digital trust in today’s data-driven world?  

🔊 Listen to this trailer and tune in for full episode of Episode 130, Season 6 of The FIT4Privacy Podcast. 

This is an extract from the full episode of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. If you like this, you will enjoy the full episode. If this is your first time, the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast is a privacy podcast for those who care about privacy. In this podcast, you listen to and learn from the industry influencers who share their ideas. The episodes are released as audio every Wednesday and video every Thursday.  

If you subscribe to our podcast, you will be notified about the new episodes. And, if you have not done it, write a review and share this with someone who will benefit from this. 

RESOURCES:   

Websites: www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com , linkedin.com/in/katrinadestree, https://growskills.store/

Take advantage of our Free GDPR training: https://www.fit4privacy.com/course/free 

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How do businesses thrive in the digital age while being compliant? 💻In our latest episode, Valeriy Stalirov, uncovers the challenges and solutions at the intersection of technology, law, and trust. As emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and IoT reshape industries, the legal landscape must evolve just as rapidly. Valeriy shares how businesses can stay ahead of the curve while navigating the complexities of: 

🔒 Data protection and cybersecurity 

🤖 Ethical AI implementation 

📜 Compliance with global regulations like GDPR and CCPA 

 
This is a must-listen for tech innovators, entrepreneurs, and legal professionals. As Valeriy emphasizes, leveraging digital technologies responsibly isn’t just about compliance—it’s about building trust and futureproofing your business. 

📢 What’s your take on the biggest legal challenges in the digital era? 

👉 Listen now to Episode 129, Season 6 of The FIT4Privacy Podcast. Learn how legal expertise empowers businesses in the digital age! 

 
KEY CONVERSATIONS 
00:01:48  Emerging Laws and Challenges 
00:03:51 AI in Legal Practices 
00:05:41  Copyright in the Digital World  
00:07:45  Defining Digital Trust 
00:11:26 Potential risk or effective strategies that can be used for mitigating the risks  
00:14:01 How should a business prepare for the upcoming changes in privacy regulations. 
00:18:19 Do you have any case that you can share with us 
00:20:44 How do you support your clients in the journey in terms of implementing the laws and so on 
00:23:36 If somebody wants to get in touch with you what would be the best way to contact you?   
 
ABOUT GUEST 

Valeriy Stalirov leads a legal team specializing in providing tailored legal solutions for IT companies involved in product development, outsourcing, and out staffing across various countries, including the USA, Canada, UK, Germany, and others. His team offers expertise in drafting contracts to regulate tasks, payments, and deadlines, ensuring compliance with bank, tax, and intellectual property laws. They also create Terms of Use and Privacy Policies for online platforms, perform GDPR/CCPA audits, and develop software licenses for product monetization. Valeriy’s team consults on international tax compliance, helps register IT companies in the USA and EU, and assists with shareholder agreements and due diligence for venture investments. Additionally, they resolve conflicts, negotiate disputes, and handle international arbitration claims. 
 
ABOUT HOST 

Punit Bhatia is one of the leading AI & privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organizational culture with high AI/privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority.  

Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance,” “Intro To GDPR,” and “Be an Effective DPO.” Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 60 international events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured among the top GDPR and privacy podcasts. 

As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, accepting, and acting in line with one’s value of having joy in life. He has developed the philosophy ‘ABC for the joy of life,’ which he passionately shares. Punit is based in Belgium, the heart of Europe.  

RESOURCES 

Websites www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com , https://stalirov.lawyer/en, https://growskills.store/

Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast 

Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog 

YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy   

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Are your business’s data privacy practices ready for the future? With global regulations evolving rapidly, staying compliant isn’t just a legal requirement—it’s a competitive edge. 

Join us as legal expert Valeriy Starilov shares actionable strategies for digital businesses and IT companies to navigate the ever-changing landscape of data privacy laws, such as GDPR and CCPA. 

🔊 Listen to this trailer and tune in for the full episode of Episode 129, Season 6 of The FIT4Privacy Podcast. 

This is an extract from the full episode of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. If you like this, you will enjoy the full episode. If this is your first time, the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast is a privacy podcast for those who care about privacy. In this podcast, you listen to and learn from the industry influencers who share their ideas. The episodes are released as audio every Wednesday and video every Thursday.  

If you subscribe to our podcast, you will be notified about new episodes. If you have not done so, write a review and share it with someone who will benefit from it. 

RESOURCES:   

Websites: www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com , https://growskills.store/

Take advantage of our Free GDPR training: https://www.fit4privacy.com/course/free 

Insights ⁠⁠⁠https://growskills.store/insights/⁠⁠⁠

ISO Standard Courses at ⁠⁠⁠https://growskills.store/courses⁠⁠ 

Could privacy be the ultimate trust-builder in the digital age? As companies track our every click and consumers grow more aware of data risks, privacy has become a hot-button issue. But does prioritizing privacy actually help build digital trust, or is it just a box to tick in today’s data-driven world? 

Punit Bhatia with Andy Chesterman explore the complex relationship between privacy and trust. In this episode, you’ll learn why privacy might be the missing piece in authentic customer relationships, how companies can move beyond mere compliance, and what this all means for the future of digital trust.

Tune in now to Episode 128 Season 6 of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast and discover how privacy can transform digital trust! 

KEY CONVERSATIONS

00:02:03 Concept of digital trust

00:06:54 Role of privacy compliance in creating digital trust

00:12:59 Is there a return on investment on privacy investments

00:15:39 What is Privacy Helper

00:26:22 How to reach out Andy Chesterman 
 

ABOUT GUEST

Andy Chesterman founded DAMM Solutions Group in 2017 (trading as Privacy Helper) after having worked in direct marketing for 16 years. Under his leadership, Privacy Helper has become one of UK’s leading privacy consultancies, supporting hundreds of organizations, winning long-term national and international contracts. This allows us to attract a highly skilled internal privacy team to deliver projects on time. And on budget!

Client demand is now seeing the business explore associated services such as cyber security and penetration testing.

ABOUT THE HOST 

Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organizational culture with high AI & privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority by developing and implementing an AI & privacy strategy and policy.  

Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR,” which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance,” “Intro To GDPR,” and “Be an Effective DPO.” Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 50 international events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured among the top GDPR and privacy podcasts. 

As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value of having joy in life. He has developed the philosophy ‘ABC for the joy of life,’ which he passionately shares. Punit is based in Belgium, the heart of Europe. 

RESOURCES 

Websites www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com, https://www.privacyhelper.co.uk/, https://growskills.store/

Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast 
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog 
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy 

Insights ⁠⁠⁠https://growskills.store/insights/⁠⁠⁠

ISO Standard Courses at ⁠⁠⁠https://growskills.store/courses⁠⁠ 

Can trust be engineered? In this episode, Punit is joined by Steve Ahouanmenou, Global Privacy Engineering Lead for Open Banking at Mastercard, to explore the pivotal role of privacy engineering in creating digital trust. Steve discusses why trust isn’t sector-specific, emphasizing how transparency is vital across industries like healthcare and finance. 

The conversation dives into open banking, a revolutionary approach that gives consumers control over their financial data while fostering competition among financial service providers. Steve explains how privacy engineering brings privacy principles to life, embedding privacy by design, conducting risk assessments, and bridging the gap between privacy teams and technical teams. 

Join us in discussing how privacy engineering is shaping the future of digital trust. Hear expert insights, real-world strategies, and thought-provoking discussions that will change the way you think about data, trust, and innovation. 

KEY CONVERSION 

00:01:59 How would you describe Digital Trust 

00:05:53 What is Privacy Engineering? 

00:10:31 What kind of a role do you expect from tech team 

00:12:01 How can privacy pros help tech colleagues? 

00:17:10 Best way to Reach you 

ABOUT THE GUEST 

Steve Ahouanmenou is part of the Global Privacy & Data Protection Department at Mastercard and leads the privacy engineering program in Open Banking.  His mission is to enable innovation and trust in the digital finance realm, by applying his analytical skills, domain expertise, and collaborative approach to privacy and security challenges. 
 
With over 10 years of experience in information security, privacy risks and data governance, he has worked with global organizations in various sectors with a focus on healthcare and finance. He also a PhD Candidate at Ghent University, investigating information security and privacy in healthcare institutions, and an alumni of Belgium's 40under40. He holds multiple certifications, such as ISO 27001 Senior Lead Implementer, CIPP/E, CISM, CDPSE, ITIL v3, DPO, COBIT 5. 

ABOUT HOST 

Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals. 

Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts. 

As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life’ which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.

RESOURCES 

Websiteswww.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com,https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-ahouanmenou/ 

Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast 

Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog 

YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy

Privacy isn't just about compliance—it's about trust. 🌐🔒

In today's digital age, managing data responsibly and transparently is key to building lasting relationships with consumers. Investing in privacy compliance—whether through dedicated teams or expert consultants—demonstrates a commitment to data protection and positions companies for sustainable growth. 

Discover how privacy compliance fuels digital trust and aligns with growth goals in our full episode.

🔊 Listen to this trailer and tune in for full episode of Episode 128, Season 6 of The FIT4Privacy Podcast.

This is an extract from the full episode of The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. If you like this, you will enjoy the full episode. If this is your first time, the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast is a privacy podcast for those who care about privacy. In this podcast, you listen to and learn from the industry influencers who share their ideas. The episodes are released as audio every Wednesday and video every Thursday.  

If you subscribe to our podcast, you will be notified about the new episodes. And, if you have not done it, write a review and share this with someone who will benefit from this. 

RESOURCES

Websites: www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com , https://www.privacyhelper.co.uk/ ,https://growskills.store/

Take advantage of our Free GDPR training: https://www.fit4privacy.com/course/free 

Insights ⁠⁠⁠https://growskills.store/insights/⁠⁠⁠

ISO Standard Courses at ⁠⁠⁠https://growskills.store/courses⁠⁠ 

How can companies build digital trust in a world where data privacy and ethics are top concerns? As businesses increasingly rely on digital platforms, establishing trust hinges on a strong commitment to data privacy and ethical practices. Prioritizing transparency in data usage, securing user information, and adhering to ethical guidelines not only meets regulatory requirements but also fosters consumer confidence and loyalty. Organizations that treat privacy and ethics as core values rather than mere compliance steps stand out, building a trustworthy reputation that drives customer engagement and long-term success.

In this episode, Punit Bhatia speaks with Claudio Truzzi on actionable insights on making privacy and ethics your best allies in fostering digital trust—don’t miss out Episode 127, Season 6 of The FIT4Privacy Podcast!

KEY CONVERSATIONS

00:02:33 How does innovation bring value to society 
00:05:29 Ethics role in making innovation responsible 
00:12:28 Is our privacy being monetized 
00:25:19 How to reach out Claudio Truzzi 

ABOUT GUEST

Claudio Truzzi is the Director of the AI Forum and Senior AI Research Fellow at The Conference Board Europe. He also serves as Director of the Support Office for Research and Innovation Activities at ULB University in Brussels, where he sits on the institution’s AI steering committee. A deep-tech expert, Claudio has held global leadership roles with a current focus on implementing AI to optimize business and decision-making processes. Throughout his career, he has been a serial entrepreneur, founding and leading multiple tech start-ups with a particular focus on innovation in nanotechnology and sensor systems. Currently, Claudio leads AI implementation strategies at the senior executive level for FT Global 500 companies.

As an academic, Claudio has co-authored over 80 scientific and professional publications and is a co-inventor on patents covering semiconductors, optoelectronics, and photovoltaics. He holds a PhD and a Master’s in Microelectronic Engineering, as well as an Executive MBA from Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management. Through his company YouRock.ai, his consulting work today centers on generative AI integration as a driver of growth and competitiveness for businesses.

ABOUT THE HOST 

Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organizational culture with high AI & privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority by developing and implementing an AI & privacy strategy and policy.  

Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR,” which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance,” “Intro To GDPR,” and “Be an Effective DPO.” Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 50 international events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured among the top GDPR and privacy podcasts. 

As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one’s value of having joy in life. He has developed the philosophy ‘ABC for the joy of life,’ which he passionately shares. Punit is based in Belgium, the heart of Europe.

RESOURCES 

Websites www.fit4privacy.com , www.punitbhatia.com, https://yourock.ai/, https://growskills.store/

Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast 
Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog 
YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy

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