„Europe needs a data revolution“ - this statement cannot only be found in the current Political Guidelines of the European Commission, but has been a primary concern of politicians since the beginning of the internet and even prior to that.

The course “Law and Information Society” by Professor Nikolaus Forgó, among other exciting issues, addressed precisely this question. For me it was one of the most memorable academic experiences of the Summer School. We explored the legal regulation of information and communication, covering topics such as data privacy, data protection, platform regulation, AI and information security – with a clear focus on European Law and its interaction with global developments.

What made the course particularly fascinating was the straightforward presentation of complex legal issues and philosophical ideas in a clear and accessible way. This was especially valuable in a group with diverse academic backgrounds – even those without prior legal knowledge were able to follow and contribute meaningfully. This created a shared understanding that allowed for in-depth discussions from multiple perspectives.