Description
The Bar Council Technology, Cyber and Privacy Laws Committee welcomes you to “Demystifying Blockchain:
Unraveling the Fundamentals of Transformative Technology”, an enlightening event designed to demystify
blockchain technology for law practitioners and the general public. Dive into the fundamentals of this transformative
technology as we unravel the intricacies of blockchain and shed light on its potential applications and the evolving
regulatory landscape.
This event also aims to introduce valuable insights into the latest developments in the Malaysian blockchain space and
the legal developments in various jurisdictions, equipping participants with the knowledge needed to navigate the
challenges and opportunities in this dynamic industry with confidence.
Join us for this educational experience and embrace the technology revolution.
Programme
| Time | Agenda |
| 1:00 pm | Registration |
| 2:00 pm | Opening Remarks
by Sarah Yong Li Hsien,
Chairperson, Bar Council Technology, Cyber and Privacy Laws Committee |
| 2:05 pm | Blockchain — An Introduction and Malaysia’s Plans |
| 3:05 pm | Tea Break |
| 3:20 pm | Legal Developments in Various Jurisdictions |
| 4:20 pm | Question-and-Answer Session |
| 4:45 pm | Presentation of Token of Appreciation |
| 4:50 pm | Closing and Photo Session |
Speaker
Speaker
Abdul Fattah Mohamed Yatim
Abdul Fattah Yatim is an accomplished engineer and ICT professional with 45 years of diversified experience. He is known for his expertise in Blockchain, Information Security Management, Privacy Information Management, Project Management and Strategic Planning. His professional journey is marked by notable achievements and leadership roles in the government and corporate sectors.
Fattah was involved in standards development in ISO/IEC in several ICT areas and Blockchain. He was a contributor in the development of Malaysia's National Blockchain Roadmap 2021-2025.
He is a distinguished speaker, having delivered over 40 talks and presentations on Blockchain in various platforms including the World Halal Summit in Istanbul in 2019.
Fattah is a member of several professional organisations including OIC-CERT, the Institution of Engineers Malaysia, the Government Blockchain Association USA, and the Association of Anti-Bribery Management System Practitioners Malaysia.
Moderator
Rachel Vanuja Suppiah
Rachel Vanuja is an advocate and solicitor based in kuala Lumpur. She is the sole proprietor of Rachel Suppiah & Co and has sat on the panel for several GLCs. Having worked with programmers as well as IT tech leaders, she has gained considerable knowledge and hands on experience in ICT laws and regulations.
Terms and Conditions
Event Policy
Places are limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
For events with registration fees, all payments must be made in advance, including bank charges. Registration will be confirmed once proof of payment is provided by email or fax, and full payment is received.
For events that are not organised by Bar Council, please note that you are subject to the relevant terms and conditions specified by the external providers.
Cancellation
Cancellations must be made in writing.
If you have failed to inform the organiser on your cancellation for three consecutive times, you may be blacklisted for future events.
Refunds
Refunds will be processed after the event is completed. This may take up to 30 business days. The conditions for refunds are as follows:
- Full refunds will be issued if the event is cancelled or postponed by the organiser due to some circumstances.
- No refunds for this course. However substitution is allowed.
The organiser reserves the right to modify, cancel or postpone the event, should circumstances arise that make such action necessary, whereupon all registration fees paid will be refunded.
Transferral
You are allowed to transfer your place to another participant, but you must notify the organiser with the necessary details.
Attendance
CPD points will not be awarded to lawyers and pupils in chambers from Peninsular Malaysia who arrive more than 15 minutes late, are not present throughout the event, or leave before its scheduled end.
Privacy
The personal information that you provide to the Bar Council, whether now or in the future, may be used, recorded, stored, disclosed or otherwise processed by or on behalf of the Bar Council for the purposes of facilitation and organisation of this event, research and audit, maintenance of a participant database for the promotion of this event, and such ancillary services as may be relevant.
Disclaimer
- Materials will be emailed only. No printed notes will be provided.
- No recording of the event is permitted via any means at any time.
- No part of the event content may be used/reproduced in any form without the written and explicit consent of the Bar Council and speaker(s).
