International Conference on Cybersecurity Law and Governance by Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Legal Studies: Submit by Mar 30

About the University and Atal Bihari Vajpayee School  Of Legal Studies

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University Kanpur, a premier landmark of higher education in Uttar Pradesh, is named after the great social reformer Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, also known as Rajarshi Shahu. The university stands as a beacon of excellence in higher education, proudly holding an NAAC A++ accreditation and classified under the UGC Grade-I category. Under the dynamic leadership of our Vice Chancellor, Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, who also serves as the President of the Association of Indian Universities, the institution has fostered a vibrant academic environment that encourages innovation and research.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Legal Studies, stands for excellence in legal education and was established in 2017 under the illustrious banner of Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur. The premier law school is set up with a mission to pioneer legal education reforms and to anchor the transformation of the Indian legal system through research and policy interventions. It offers 5-year integrated Undergraduate Programmes like BA. LL. B. (Honours), B.B.A. LL.B. (Honours), Three-Year LL.B. (Honours) and One year & Two-year LL.M. programme with specializations in Business Law, Criminal Law and Constitutional Law. The department also offers Ph.D. in Law. Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Legal Studies, Kanpur aims at creating world-class professionals, committed academicians and law reformers.

About the Conference

The International Conference on Cybersecurity Law and Governance: Building Global Resilience seeks to create a dynamic platform for dialogue between legal scholars, technology experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and international organizations to address the multifaceted challenges of cybersecurity in the digital era. As societies become increasingly interconnected, the risks posed by cyber threats, data breaches, misinformation, and the misuse of emerging technologies have grown exponentially.

This conference will explore a broad spectrum of contemporary issues, including cross-border cybercrime and jurisdictional barriers, privacy and data protection laws, corporate responsibility in cybersecurity, AI regulation, digital forensics, and the evolving role of international collaboration in cyber governance. By fostering interdisciplinary discussions, the event aims to bridge the gap between policy and practice, helping nations and institutions build sustainable cybersecurity ecosystems. The conference ultimately aspires to strengthen the collective understanding of how law and governance can safeguard digital rights, promote accountability.

Themes/ Sub themes

Track 1: Global and Comparative Cybersecurity Law

• Evolution of international cybersecurity conventions and frameworks
• Harmonization of cyber laws across jurisdictions
• Challenges in cross-border cybercrime prosecution
• International cooperation and digital diplomacy in cyberspace
• Comparative analysis of cybersecurity laws (EU, US, India, ASEAN, etc.)

Track 2: Cybercrime, Jurisdiction, and Enforcement

• Jurisdictional complexities in transnational cybercrimes
• Extradition and mutual legal assistance treaties (MLATs)
• Cyber forensics and digital evidence in prosecution
• Role of Interpol, Europol, and CERT bodies in enforcement
• Procedural and evidentiary challenges in cyber litigation

Track 3: Data Protection, Privacy, and Digital Sovereignty

• Comparative analysis of global data protection regimes (GDPR, DPDPA, etc.)
• Consent and individual autonomy in digital environments
• Cross-border data transfer and localization debates
• Government surveillance and right to privacy
• Digital sovereignty and national cybersecurity strategies

Track 4: Freedom of Expression, Content Moderation, and Cyber Governance

• Online speech regulation and intermediary liability
• Balancing free speech with misinformation control
• Regulation of hate speech, defamation, and harmful content online
• Transparency in content moderation and algorithmic decision-making
• Platform responsibility and safe harbor principles

Track 5: Artificial Intelligence, Deepfakes, and Emerging Technologies

• Legal accountability for AI-generated decisions
• Regulation of deepfake technologies and synthetic media
• Intellectual property and authorship in AI-generated works
• Liability frameworks for autonomous systems
• Ethical AI design and responsible innovation

Track 6: Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, and Digital Asset Regulation

• Legal frameworks for blockchain governance
• Cryptocurrency regulation and compliance
• Smart contracts and enforceability challenges
• Decentralized finance (DeFi) and legal accountability
• Anti-money laundering (AML) and KYC compliance in crypto

Track 7: Corporate Responsibility and Cybersecurity Compliance

• Corporate obligations under data protection and cybersecurity laws
• Cyber risk management and compliance frameworks
• Corporate liability for data breaches and cyber negligence
• Privacy-by-design and ethical data governance
• Cyber insurance and risk mitigation models

Track 8: Digital Forensics and Evidentiary Challenges

• Forensic tools and chain-of-custody protocols
• Authentication and admissibility of digital evidence
• Electronic discovery (e-discovery) and procedural laws
• Comparative standards for cyber forensics across jurisdictions
• Role of expert testimony in cybercrime trials

Track 9: Public–Private Partnerships and Collaborative Cyber Governance

• Models of public–private collaboration in cybersecurity
• Cyber threat intelligence sharing mechanisms
• Joint initiatives for critical infrastructure protection
• Legal frameworks for PPPs in digital risk management
• Multi-stakeholder governance in global cybersecurity

Track 10: Capacity Building, Policy Innovation, and Global Resilience

• National cybersecurity strategies and institutional frameworks
• Legal education and training for digital resilience
• Role of academia in cyber law and governance research
• Cross-border capacity-building and international coordination
• Policy innovation for emerging cyber risks

Who can Submit

The International Conference on Cybersecurity Law and Governance: Building Global Resilience invites scholars, researchers, policymakers, industry experts, and practitioners to submit their original and unpublished research contributions.

How to Submit

Abstracts must be submitted through the online portal by using the ‘Abstract Submission’ button provided in the website. After receiving the acceptance confirmation for the abstract, authors may proceed with the full paper submission using ‘full paper Submission’ button provided in the website.

Submission Category and Processing Charges

Submission guidelines

Abstract Submission Guidelines

• Word Limit: 300 to 500 words, excluding keywords.
• Keywords: Include 5 keywords reflecting the core themes of the research.
• Content: Must include a clear central argument, research questions, methodology, and the contribution of the paper.
• Cover Page: A separate file containing Author name(s), designation, institutional affiliation,Theme, Sub theme and contact details.
• Font: Times New Roman, Size 12.
• Line Spacing: 1.5 spacing with justified alignment.
• Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides.
• Format: File must be in MS Word (.doc or .docx) and PDF format.
• Anonymity: No identifying information (name or affiliation) should be present in the abstract file.
• Submission: Abstracts must be submitted through the online portal by using the ‘Abstract Submission’ button.

Full Paper Submission Guidelines

• Upon receiving the acceptance confirmation for the abstract, author may proceed with the full paper submission using the Full Paper Submission link provided on the website.
• Word Limit: 2,500 to 3,000 words, including footnotes.
• Title Formatting: 16-point Times New Roman, Bold, and Centered.
• Main Text Formatting: 12-point Times New Roman, 1.5 line spacing, and justified alignment.
• Footnote Formatting: 10-point Times New Roman with single spacing.
• Citation Style: Strictly follow the APA style.
• Anonymity: The main manuscript must not contain any author names or identifiers for blind peer review.
• Originality: Submissions must be original, unpublished, and free from any AI-generated content or plagiarism.
• Co-authorship: A maximum of three authors (one author and up to two co-authors) is allowed per paper.
• Tables and Figures: All images or tables must be embedded within the manuscript and properly cited.
• Registration: Full Paper must be submitted through the online portal by using the ‘Full Paper Submission’ button.

General instructions

• Participants are initially required to submit an abstract of their proposed paper. Each abstract should clearly outline the research objectives, methodology, key findings (if applicable), and relevance to the conference theme.
• Authors must ensure that their submissions are original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere. Proper acknowledgment of sources and contributions is mandatory, and all potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed. Plagiarism  above 10 % will lead to rejection.

Important Dates

Abstract Submission Procedure

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Contact Information

Mail – [email protected]

+91 7905295155 (Piyush Pandey)

+91 6389052337 (Pragati Awasthi)

The official notification is here.