Cloud Computing, an emerging and quickly spreading technology which is transforming the way information is provided and accessed through the Internet, has become a widely-used term to designate and encompass a wide range of new service delivery models.

This breakfast debate will provide an overview of what cloud computing is about and its current and future applications. The discussion will also address the regulatory framework which is needed to foster cloud computing in Europe (with a focus on privacy/security issues) and what the EU R&D priorities in cloud computing should be.

• Programme - 29th September 2010

  Welcome and Introduction

  Pilar del Castillo, MEP and EIF Chair

  Current and Future Cloud Applications

  Nikos Kryvossidis, Engineering Director, Google

  Towards a proper Regulatory Framework for Cloud Computing in Europe

  Prof. Ian Walden, Queen Mary, University of London

  Exchange of views with participants