In this episode, Sujit Christy and Thanuki Goonesinghe discuss the implications of data protection laws on AI development and intellectual property rights. They highlight how AI poses a threat to trade secrets and the potential loss of exclusive rights for owners of intellectual property. They also emphasize the importance of implementing a robust data governance framework to navigate these challenges and protect data throughout its lifecycle. They discuss the relevance of principles like data minimization, encryption, and privacy impact assessments in safeguarding trade secrets and balancing rights. Overall, they view data protection laws as a way to innovate while protecting the rights of users and creators.