Agostino Ghiglia is a Member of the Board at the Italian Data Protection Authority. He brings extensive institutional experience and a strategic outlook on the evolving challenges and opportunities of the digital age. He has become a thought leader in data protection, digital governance and technological innovation.
Holding a degree in Law and a postgraduate master’s in health law, he has served in high-level public roles, including Member of the Italian Parliament and both Regional Councillor and Regional Minister in the Piedmont Region. Alongside his public service, he has held senior leadership positions across sectors such as professional training, business consultancy, digital innovation, cybersecurity, environment and energy.
Throughout his career, Agostino Ghiglia has been a strong advocate for ethical and sustainable technological progress, with a particular focus on safeguarding fundamental rights in the digital sphere. He is especially committed to the protection of minors online and the advancement of Digital Civic Education.
Mr. Ghiglia is a member of the Scientific Committee of Diritto dell’Informazione (the Information Law Portal) and serves as Legislative Affairs Advisor to the Italy–USA Foundation.
He contributes regularly to leading conferences, publications and expert panels, helping to shape the debate on privacy, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. His recent works include Educazione civica digitale. Abbecedario essenziale (2023), L’ABC di Digitopoli (2024 co-authored with Massimo Missiroli) and, as editor, La Protezione dati. Da 25 anni la bussola del futuro (2022).
As an international speaker, he actively engages in global discussions on cybersecurity, data governance and technology regulation. His insights and analysis are regularly featured in major national and industry publications, helping to raise public awareness of the critical issues surrounding data protection and digital security.
“Every day, we leave digital footprints, often without even realizing it. But the data we generate are more than just numbers — they represent our identity, reflect our choices, and fuel the digital economy. Learning to protect this legacy means defending our freedom and our very humanity in our hyperconnected world, both today and in the future.”