Emerging Technologies: Governance and Regulation

General characterization

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Bibliography

Not Applicable

Teaching method

The course is structured in sessions that combine theoretical exposition with the practical solution of life cases and with the debate of controversial issues.

The teaching materials include not only the indicated references but also short videos that will be integrated to streamline the classes and give them a more practical content.

In the second part of the course, students who want continuous assessment are expected to present a brief oral presentation (15 minutes) of a topic to be agreed upon with the professor, which can be followed by a short debate (Q&A).

Evaluation method

The assessment can be carried out in two ways:

i) Final assessment: Final exam

and/or

ii) Ongoing assessment:

        (a) Participation in classes - 20%

        (b) Exposure of the topic and respective Q&A - 40%

        (c) Written report, to be presented at the end of the semester -  40%

Subject matter

1. The Metaverse and its regulation in light of European law

1.1. What is the Metaverse

1.2. Main ethical-legal issues raised

1.3. Application of legal principles and existing standards

2. Technologies related to the Metaverse

2.1. Avatars

2.2. Blockchain

2.3. NFTs

2.4. Digital twins

Programs

Programs where the course is taught: