Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026
This privacy policy is issued in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revDSG, in force since 1 September 2023).

Controller

The controller responsible for data processing on this website is:
FightingDisinformation& the Role of AI
Research Centre for Grand Challenges
Faculty of Business and Economics (HEC Lausanne)
University of Lausanne
Bâtiment Internef
CH-1015 Lausanne
Switzerland

Email contact: grandchallenges@unil.ch

What data we collect and why

a) Server log files

Our hosting provider automatically collects and stores information in server log files, including your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referrer URL, date and time of access.
This data is used solely for technical operation, website security, and troubleshooting purposes. It is not used to identify individual visitors.
Legal basis: legitimate interest (Art. 31 revDSG).

b) Event registration

When you register for the event, we collect personal information that may include:

  • Name and surname
  • Institutional affiliation
  • Position or academic status
  • Email address
  • Dietary requirements or accessibility needs (where applicable)
  • Any other information voluntarily provided through the registration form

This information is used exclusively for:

  • Managing event registrations
  • Communicating practical information about the event
  • Organising event logistics
  • Ensuring the proper administration and running of the event

The information will not be used for marketing purposes and will not be shared with third parties except where necessary for event organisation.

c) Call for Papers / Young Researchers Paper Session

We invite PhD students and post-doctoral researchers to submit abstracts for the Young Researchers Paper Session.
When submitting an abstract, we may collect:

  • Name and surname
  • Institutional affiliation
  • Academic position
  • Email address
  • Abstract title
  • Abstract content
  • Any additional information voluntarily provided

This information is processed solely for:

  • Evaluating submissions
  • Communicating with applicants
  • Organising the scientific programme of the workshop
  • Preparing the final schedule and event materials

Abstracts and associated personal data will be accessible only to members of the organising and scientific committees involved in the review process.

d) Cookies

This website uses only technically necessary cookies required for its proper functioning.
We do not use analytics, advertising, profiling, or tracking cookies.

Sharing of data

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties.
Personal data may be disclosed only:

  • Where required by Swiss law or a competent authority;
  • To service providers acting on our behalf (e.g., website hosting providers) and only to the extent necessary for operating the website and organising the event.

Hosting

This website is hosted by:
Infomaniak Network SA
Rue Eugène-Marziano 25
1227 Geneva
Switzerland
Infomaniak may process personal data (including IP addresses and server log files) on our behalf to ensure the secure and reliable operation of the website.
The hosting infrastructure is located in Switzerland.

Data retention

Personal data collected through the registration form and Call for Papers will be retained only for as long as necessary to organise and administer the event and to comply with any applicable legal obligations.
Submission data may be retained for a reasonable period after the event for reporting and academic record-keeping purposes.
Server log files are typically deleted after 30 days.

Your rights

Under the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revDSG), you have the right to:

  • Request information about your personal data;
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
  • Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations;
  • Request restriction of processing where applicable;
  • Object to processing based on legitimate interests;
  • Request a copy of your personal data in a commonly used format where technically feasible.

To exercise these rights, please contact: grandchallenges@unil.ch
If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you may lodge a complaint with the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC):
https://www.edoeb.admin.ch

Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
This website uses SSL/TLS encryption for secure data transmission.

External links

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.

Changes to this privacy policy

We reserve the right to update this privacy policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our data processing practices.
The current version is always available on this website.