SRI Privacy Discussion Group
Who We Are
The SRI Privacy Discussion Group brings together faculty and students from computer science, engineering, law, policy, the social sciences, and related fields.
We create an informal space to exchange ideas, learn from different perspectives, and connect researchers interested in privacy and technology.
What We Do
We create space for interdisciplinary conversations about privacy.
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Discuss emerging issues
We explore emerging privacy questions surrounding AI, data collection, surveillance, regulation, and other developments in technology and society.
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Explore research
Members share ongoing research, early-stage ideas, and new papers to receive feedback and spark discussion.
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Connect across disciplines
We bring technical, legal, policy, and societal perspectives to examine privacy questions from multiple angles.
What We Discuss
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AI & privacy
Privacy challenges arising from AI, machine learning, large language models, and AI agents.
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Data governance
How data should be collected, used, shared, and governed.
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Privacy law & policy
How privacy law and regulation should respond to changing technologies.
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Surveillance & emerging technologies
Facial recognition, biometrics, online tracking, and new forms of data collection.
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Data for social good
How data can support research and public benefit while protecting privacy.
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Emerging issues
New research, technologies, policy proposals, and privacy issues in the news.
Upcoming Discussions
The group meets monthly in person, online via Zoom, or in a hybrid format. Sessions range from informal discussions of current privacy issues to research presentations, paper discussions, and conversations about emerging technologies and policy.
, 1–2 PM
Join the Privacy Discussion Group
Interested in privacy, technology, and society? Join our community and take part in future discussions.
