{"description":"PANEL | This panel will delve into the global investment race driven by pro-business data regulation and its implications for the digital infrastructure sector. From the tech hubs of Japan to the data-rich landscapes of Ireland, investors are strategically seeking favourable data sovereignty environments. However, amidst this pursuit, this session aims to uncover the tangible economic effects of data nationalism. \r\n\r\nWith Citigroup's estimations revealing a substantial 8% reduction in profits and a modest 2% decrease in sales for companies targeting EU markets due to data sovereignty laws, the panel will dissect the real-world impact of data laws on digital infrastructure investment by focusing on:\r\n\r\n\u2022\tEvaluating the influence of data localisation requirements on the scalability and operational efficiency of digital infrastructure projects.\r\n\u2022\tExploring the correlation between data sovereignty regulations and cross-border investment patterns in the digital infrastructure sector.\r\n\u2022\tAssessing the role of technological innovation and adaptive strategies in mitigating the economic repercussions of data nationalism on digital infrastructure investment.","starts_at":"2024-05-23 10:30:00","ends_at":"2024-05-23 11:10:00"}