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Dr. Avishay Klein is a Partner and Head of the Privacy, AI, and Cyber Practices at Barnea. An expert in artificial intelligence, privacy regulations, and cyberlaw, Avishay advises global companies on navigating complex regulatory frameworks, managing data breaches, and building comprehensive compliance programs. With a PhD specializing in Law & Technology and years of experience in academia and the private sector, he bridges theoretical expertise with practical solutions tailored to the fast-evolving tech landscape.
Previously, Avishay served as Data Protection Officer (DPO) for Amdocs Group, one of the largest enterprises in the telecommunications and software industry.
This hands-on experience equips him to provide strategic guidance on global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, DORA, as well as AI governance.
Avishay co-founded the Israel DPO Forum, serves on the Israel Tech Policy Institute’s Advisory Board, and is an adjunct professor specializing in internet law and cyber regulation. He holds advanced privacy certifications (CIPP/E and CIPT) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) and is a sought-after thought leader in AI, privacy, and technology regulation.