Topics in economic regulation: Digital Markets and Consumer Choice and Behaviour An economic workshop to bring together academics and regulators to discuss current issues in regulatory policy.
Date: 02 October 2024
Venue: University of St Andrews Business School, Gateway Building, St Andrews
Event description
We are pleased to invite you to the latest in a series of workshops bringing together academics and regulators in Scotland to discuss topical questions in regulatory policy. This economic workshop aims to bring together academics and regulators to discuss current issues in regulatory policy, such as the impact of AI and digital technologies on the functioning of markets and consumer behaviour.
Coffee and lunch will be provided.
Event schedule
Session 1
- Keynote address by Mark Brewer, the Dean at University of St Andrews Business School
- Exploring recent work on the impact of digital markets and new technology on firms and households
- Focus on how competition and regulatory policy is evolving with digital technologies, AI, and cryptocurrencies
Session 2
- Exploring consumer engagement with industries such as telecoms, energy, finance, and others
- Discussions on consumer choice and behaviour in markets for key goods and services
- How consumers interact with Net Zero
Speakers
A range of speakers from Consumer Scotland, regulators, and academia will discuss their findings and reflections on these themes.
Registration
Additional Information
For any inquiries or special requirements, please contact Dr Sapnoti Eswar.